Birch Hill RD over York River
GoodYork County, Maine · 0.5 MI N Beech Ridge RD · Structure no. 1246
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,420
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Birch Hill RD over York River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Birch Hill RD over York River in York County, Maine. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 1,420 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,130 by 2036. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Birch Hill RD over York River built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Birch Hill RD over York River 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Birch Hill RD over York River carry?
About 1,420 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Birch Hill RD over York River?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns Birch Hill RD over York River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.