Main ST over Middle River
PoorWashington County, Maine · .4 MI E Townline · Structure no. 2246
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1946
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 29 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,731
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Main ST over Middle River is a wood or timber culvert carrying Main ST over Middle River in Washington County, Maine. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1946, so it is 95 years old, older than the Maine average of 53.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: open, temporary structure in place while original is closed.
It carries about 9,731 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,623 by 2036. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.8 mi (130 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Culvert | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
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Traffic and service
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Frequently asked questions
When was Main ST over Middle River built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1946.
What condition is Main ST over Middle River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Main ST over Middle River carry?
About 9,731 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Main ST over Middle River?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Main ST over Middle River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.