Dirigo RD over West Br Sheepscot River
FairKennebec County, Maine · 3.1 MI S of JCT RTE 3 · Structure no. 0002
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,026
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Dirigo RD over West Br Sheepscot River is a steel culvert carrying Dirigo RD over West Br Sheepscot River in Kennebec County, Maine. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 1,026 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,539 by 2036. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Dirigo RD over West Br Sheepscot River built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is Dirigo RD over West Br Sheepscot River 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Dirigo RD over West Br Sheepscot River carry?
About 1,026 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Dirigo RD over West Br Sheepscot River?
The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns Dirigo RD over West Br Sheepscot River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.