US Bridges

Elm ST over Neoutaquet River

Fair

York County, Maine · Baetween Jcts Rtes 4 & 9 · Structure no. 2778

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
43 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,160
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Elm ST over Neoutaquet River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Elm ST over Neoutaquet River in York County, Maine. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 15,160 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,224 by 2036. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

CarriesElm ST
CrossesNeoutaquet River
LocationBaetween Jcts Rtes 4 & 9
RouteState Highway 4
StateMaine
Coordinates43.30388, -70.7395
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.1 US tons
Inventory rating63.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.5 m)
Deck width52 ft (16 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,160 (2016)
Projected traffic21,224 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Elm ST over Neoutaquet River built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Elm ST over Neoutaquet 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Elm ST over Neoutaquet River carry?

About 15,160 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Elm ST over Neoutaquet River?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.5 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Elm ST over Neoutaquet River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.