Main ST over East Machias River
FairWashington County, Maine · At JCT RTE 191 · Structure no. 2682
- Built
- 1902
- 123 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 139 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,979
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Main ST over East Machias River is a concrete continuous arch - deck carrying Main ST over East Machias River in Washington County, Maine. It was built in 1902 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 123 years old, older than the Maine average of 53.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,979 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,171 by 2036. The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.8 mi (101 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Main ST over East Machias River built?
It was built in 1902, making it 123 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is Main ST over East Machias River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does Main ST over East Machias River carry?
About 2,979 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Main ST over East Machias River?
The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Main ST over East Machias River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.