Covered Bridge R over Presumpscot River

Poor Condition50 years old262 vehicles/day

Location

StateMaine
CountyCumberland
LocationTownline
CarriesCovered Bridge R
CrossesPresumpscot River
Coordinates43.76605, -70.44791

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialWood or Timber
DesignTruss - Thru
Total Length75.5 ft (23 m)
Max Span70.5 ft (21.5 m)
Deck Width14.1 ft (4.3 m)
Deck Area98.9 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1976

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic262 (2016)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number1009

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