US Highway 1A over Cole Creek
GoodWashington County, Maine · 0.3 MI Ely of Milbridge · Structure no. 3714
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 21 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,461
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 1A over Cole Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying US Highway 1A over Cole Creek in Washington County, Maine. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger than the Maine average of 53.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,461 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,845 by 2036. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 1A over Cole Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 1A over Cole Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does US Highway 1A over Cole Creek carry?
About 3,461 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 1A over Cole Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).
Who owns US Highway 1A over Cole Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.