US Bridges

Scotland Bridge RD over York River

Fair

York County, Maine · 0.25 MI S RTE 91 · Structure no. 2750

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
101 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,310
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Scotland Bridge RD over York River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Scotland Bridge RD over York River in York County, Maine. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 6 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 1,310 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,965 by 2036. The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesScotland Bridge RD
CrossesYork River
Location0.25 MI S RTE 91
RouteCity Street 0
StateMaine
Coordinates43.16005, -70.70938
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating68.2 US tons
Inventory rating52.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length101 ft (30.8 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.2 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.8 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,310 (2016)
Projected traffic1,965 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Scotland Bridge RD over York River built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Scotland Bridge RD over York 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Scotland Bridge RD over York River carry?

About 1,310 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Scotland Bridge RD over York River?

The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.2 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Scotland Bridge RD over York River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.