Androscoggin County Bridge Report Card
Androscoggin County scores 64 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County has 136 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 17 rated poor and 2 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 12.5% is at or below the 15.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 74,660 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Androscoggin County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 64/100 (D). The county has 136 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 17 in poor condition and 2 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 74,660 daily vehicle crossings. Poor condition does not mean unsafe; bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.
How the Score Breaks Down
| Factor | Weight | County Value | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poor-condition bridge share | 40 | 12.5% | 25.0 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 9.9% of measured traffic | 7.4 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 1.5% | 2.9 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 50 years vs 48 nationally | 0.9 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 753,323 measured daily crossings | 0.0 |
Score = 100 minus weighted penalties. The score is a comparative research signal, not an official safety rating. Read the full methodology.
County Comparisons
| County Poor-Condition Share | 12.5% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 15.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 1.5% |
| Average Bridge Age | 50 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 74,660 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Androscoggin County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Hill RD over Martin Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 1,193 | 1930 |
| Jordan RD over No Name Brook | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 78 | 1966 |
| Main ST over Pedestrian Walkway | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 19,242 | 1975 |
| Auburn RD over Martin Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 9,883 | 1970 |
| Sabattus RD over Sabbattus River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 9,521 | 1951 |
| Vmb Ramp W over M C Rr | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 7,825 | 1973 |
| Bridge ST over Androscoggin River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,291 | 1959 |
| Lincoln ST over Main Canal | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 6,236 | 1958 |
| Village ST over Sabbatus River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,812 | 1913 |
| Turner Center RD over Nezinscot River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,801 | 1947 |
Important safety note
Poor condition does not mean a bridge is unsafe. It means at least one major component has significant deterioration and the bridge is a priority for maintenance, repair, or replacement. Bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.