US Bridges

International Av over Maine Central Rail Road

Good

Washington County, Maine · .2 MI W of RTE 1 · Structure no. 6441

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
77 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,946
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

International Av over Maine Central Rail Road is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - single or spread carrying International Av over Maine Central Rail Road in Washington County, Maine. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 1,946 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,919 by 2036. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).

CarriesInternational Av
CrossesMaine Central Rail Road
Location.2 MI W of RTE 1
RouteState Highway 0
StateMaine
Coordinates45.16098, -67.29424
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.1 US tons
Inventory rating55 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length77 ft (23.5 m)
Longest span75 ft (23 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.3 m)
Roadway width63 ft (19.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,946 (2016)
Projected traffic2,919 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed100 mi (161 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was International Av over Maine Central Rail Road built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is International Av over Maine Central Rail Road 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does International Av over Maine Central Rail Road carry?

About 1,946 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is International Av over Maine Central Rail Road?

The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (23 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns International Av over Maine Central Rail Road?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.