Howard RD over W Br Carrabasset River
PoorFranklin County, Maine · 0.5 MI N JCT RTE 142 · Structure no. 0382
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 52 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 101
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Howard RD over W Br Carrabasset River is a steel culvert carrying Howard RD over W Br Carrabasset River in Franklin County, Maine. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, younger 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 101 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 162 by 2036. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Howard RD over W Br Carrabasset River built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Howard RD over W Br Carrabasset 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Howard RD over W Br Carrabasset River carry?
About 101 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Howard RD over W Br Carrabasset River?
The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Howard RD over W Br Carrabasset River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.