Portage RD over Little Machias River

Fair Condition56 years old2,042 vehicles/day

Location

StateMaine
CountyAroostook
Location2.2 Mi NW Of Jct RTE 227
CarriesPortage RD
CrossesLittle Machias River
Coordinates46.65197, -68.42217

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length115.2 ft (35.1 m)
Max Span109.9 ft (33.5 m)
Deck Width39.7 ft (12.1 m)
Deck Area424.7 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1970 (reconstructed 1991)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,042 (2016)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceHistorical significance is not determined
Structure Number3555

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