Porter Settlement over Moose Brook
FairAroostook County, Maine · 1 MI N of JCT RTE 2A · Structure no. 5195
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 310
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Porter Settlement over Moose Brook is a concrete culvert carrying Porter Settlement over Moose Brook in Aroostook County, Maine. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 years old, older than the Maine average of 53.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 310 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 496 by 2036. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Porter Settlement over Moose Brook built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is Porter Settlement over Moose Brook in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does Porter Settlement over Moose Brook carry?
About 310 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Porter Settlement over Moose Brook?
The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns Porter Settlement over Moose Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.