Smith RD over Vaughn Stream
FairKennebec County, Maine · 300 N of Litchfield RD · Structure no. 0557
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,033
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith RD over Vaughn Stream is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Smith RD over Vaughn Stream in Kennebec County, Maine. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 1,033 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,550 by 2036. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 Smith RD over Vaughn Stream built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smith RD over Vaughn 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Smith RD over Vaughn Stream carry?
About 1,033 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Smith RD over Vaughn Stream?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Smith RD over Vaughn Stream?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.