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Norridgewock Bridge

Norridgewock, ME

Project Description

The historic, covered arch bridge in Norridgewock, Maine was replaced by a 300' cast-in-place concrete tied arch bridge that maintained the aesthetic features of the original structure.

Owner

Maine Department of Transportation

Contractor

Reed & Reed, Inc.

Designer

SEA Consultants

Our Role

McNary Bergeron & Associates provided construction engineering services including:
  • Construction analysis for erection of the new arch structure.
  • Erection plans & procedures
  • Development & design of temporary arch shoring
  • Demolition plan for existing arches, including demo shoring system

Total Contract Value

$21 million

Timeline

2008 - 2011

Construction Method and Specifications

  • Concrete tied arch w/ steel cable hangers
  • Arch & tie girders are cast-in-place on falsework
  • 300 span, approximately 60' high
  • 42' roadway width
  • 135' approach spans - prestressed concrete girders