US Bridges

Ossipee Trl W over Saco River

Fair

York County, Maine · 1.5 MI SE JCT 11 · Structure no. 2252

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
345 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,918
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ossipee Trl W over Saco River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ossipee Trl W over Saco River in York County, Maine. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, younger 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 7,918 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,085 by 2036. The structure is 345 ft (105.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.9 mi (90 km).

Location

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CarriesOssipee Trl W
CrossesSaco River
Location1.5 MI SE JCT 11
RouteState Highway 25
CountyYork County
StateMaine
Coordinates43.73351, -70.65228
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating53.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length345 ft (105.3 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,918 (2016)
Projected traffic11,085 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed55.9 mi (90 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ossipee Trl W over Saco River built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ossipee Trl W over Saco 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Ossipee Trl W over Saco River carry?

About 7,918 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Ossipee Trl W over Saco River?

The structure is 345 ft (105.3 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Ossipee Trl W over Saco River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.