US Bridges

The Arnold Trl over Alder Stream

Good

Franklin County, Maine · 3.5 MI Nwly of Jimpondtl · Structure no. 3265

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
138 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
629
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

The Arnold Trl over Alder Stream is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying The Arnold Trl over Alder Stream in Franklin County, Maine. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 629 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,006 by 2036. The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).

CarriesThe Arnold Trl
CrossesAlder Stream
Location3.5 MI Nwly of Jimpondtl
RouteState Highway 27
StateMaine
Coordinates45.25419, -70.54699
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.2 US tons
Inventory rating52.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length138 ft (42.1 m)
Longest span135 ft (41.1 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic629 (2016)
Projected traffic1,006 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed100 mi (161 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was The Arnold Trl over Alder Stream built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is The Arnold Trl over Alder Stream 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does The Arnold Trl over Alder Stream carry?

About 629 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is The Arnold Trl over Alder Stream?

The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns The Arnold Trl over Alder Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.