US Bridges

US HWY 2 over Seven Mile Stream

Fair

Franklin County, Maine · 0.1 MI W of Wilton · Structure no. 2519

Built
1929
96 years old, rebuilt 1966
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,812
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US HWY 2 over Seven Mile Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US HWY 2 over Seven Mile Stream in Franklin County, Maine. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 96 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 3,812 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,337 by 2036. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 km).

CarriesUS HWY 2
CrossesSeven Mile Stream
Location0.1 MI W of Wilton
RouteState Highway 2
StateMaine
Coordinates44.58695, -70.34656
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.1 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.5 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,812 (2016)
Projected traffic5,337 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.9 mi (61 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 US HWY 2 over Seven Mile Stream built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.

What condition is US HWY 2 over Seven Mile Stream 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US HWY 2 over Seven Mile Stream carry?

About 3,812 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US HWY 2 over Seven Mile Stream?

The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.7 m).

Who owns US HWY 2 over Seven Mile Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.