US Bridges

Farmington Falls R over Beales Brook

Good

Franklin County, Maine · 2.5 MI W Townline · Structure no. 2324

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,445
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Farmington Falls R over Beales Brook is a concrete culvert carrying Farmington Falls R over Beales Brook in Franklin County, Maine. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 years old, younger than the Maine average of 53.7 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 7,445 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,423 by 2036. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).

CarriesFarmington Falls R
CrossesBeales Brook
Location2.5 MI W Townline
RouteState Highway 2
StateMaine
Coordinates44.6368, -70.0974
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.9 US tons
Inventory rating44.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length25 ft (7.5 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,445 (2016)
Projected traffic10,423 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed100 mi (161 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Farmington Falls R over Beales Brook built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is Farmington Falls R over Beales Brook in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does Farmington Falls R over Beales Brook carry?

About 7,445 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Farmington Falls R over Beales Brook?

The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.8 m).

Who owns Farmington Falls R over Beales Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.