Casco Bay Bridge over Fore River

Fair Condition28 years old14,893 vehicles/day

Location

StateMaine
CountyCumberland
LocationPortland - S Portland Tl
CarriesCasco Bay Bridge
CrossesFore River
Coordinates43.64504, -70.25789

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignMovable - Bascule
Total Length4748.0 ft (1447.2 m)
Max Span287.1 ft (87.5 m)
Deck Width86.0 ft (26.2 m)
Deck Area37916.6 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1998

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic14,893 (2016)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge4
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number5900

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