Ridge Road over W Br Pleasant River
PoorPosted for loadWashington County, Maine · 2 MI S JCT US1 · Structure no. 3718
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 39 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 673
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ridge Road over W Br Pleasant River is a wood or timber culvert carrying Ridge Road over W Br Pleasant River in Washington County, Maine. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 3 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: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 673 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,077 by 2036. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ridge Road over W Br Pleasant River built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ridge Road over W Br Pleasant 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Ridge Road over W Br Pleasant River carry?
About 673 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Ridge Road over W Br Pleasant River?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns Ridge Road over W Br Pleasant River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.