Washington County Bridge Report Card
Washington County scores 35 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Washington County, Maine
Washington County has 111 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 22 rated poor and 6 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 19.8% is above the 15.4% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 30,698 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Washington County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 35/100 (F). The county has 111 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 22 in poor condition and 6 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 30,698 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 | 19.8% | 39.6 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 16.4% of measured traffic | 12.3 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 5.4% | 10.8 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 53 years vs 48 nationally | 2.1 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 186,636 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 | 19.8% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 15.4% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 5.4% |
| Average Bridge Age | 53 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 30,698 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Washington County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milbridge RD over Narraguagus Rv | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,493 | 1935 |
| Washington ST over Lubec Narrows | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 992 | 1962 |
| Station RD over Mill Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 84 | 1948 |
| Main ST over Middle River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 9,731 | 1930 |
| Route 1 over Chandler River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 4,513 | 1934 |
| Route 1 over Tunk Stream | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 3,819 | 1962 |
| Main ST over Cross Cove | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 2,861 | 1936 |
| Charlotte RD over Round Pond Outlet | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 821 | 1941 |
| S Main ST over Machias River (s Chan) | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 800 | 1936 |
| N Main ST over Machias River (n Chan) | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 800 | 1939 |
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.