Huston RD over N Branch Little River
PoorCumberland County, Maine · 0.2 MI E of JCT RTE 114 · Structure no. 5737
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 36 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,553
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Huston RD over N Branch Little River is a steel culvert carrying Huston RD over N Branch Little River in Cumberland County, Maine. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the Maine average of 53.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 4,553 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,374 by 2036. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Huston RD over N Branch Little River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Huston RD over N Branch Little River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does Huston RD over N Branch Little River carry?
About 4,553 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Huston RD over N Branch Little River?
The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.8 m).
Who owns Huston RD over N Branch Little River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.