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MaineDOT has been working with South Bristol since 2009 and, together, developed specific criteria to guide the design of the bridge. The new bridge should:

Allow marine and vehicular traffic;
Carry two lanes of traffic and two shoulders;
Last at least 75 years;
Accommodate a minimum of 20,000 openings a year;
Be reliable;
Allow car and pedestrian traffic while construction is underway;
Be aligned so that no buildings or businesses need to be acquired.

Based on these parameters, as well as initial and life-cycle costs, a European/Dutch style Heel Trunnion Bascule replacement bridge is recommended.

An added benefit of this bridge will be minimal noise created when opening and closing. A new bridge deck configuration will provide improved safety for vehicles, pedestrians, and bicyclists.

Public Meeting Minutes

Public Meeting Minutes: July 12, 2012 (PDF)
Public Meeting Minutes: November 16, 2010 (PDF)

This page last updated on 12/21/12

south bristol gut bridge project

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