Augusta-Rockland R over W Branch Sheepscot River
FairKennebec County, Maine · 0.3MI W Townline · Structure no. 2173
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 98 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,978
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Augusta-Rockland R over W Branch Sheepscot River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Augusta-Rockland R over W Branch Sheepscot River in Kennebec County, Maine. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 5 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 7,978 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,169 by 2036. The structure is 98 ft (30 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Augusta-Rockland R over W Branch Sheepscot River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Augusta-Rockland R over W Branch 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Augusta-Rockland R over W Branch Sheepscot River carry?
About 7,978 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Augusta-Rockland R over W Branch Sheepscot River?
The structure is 98 ft (30 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Augusta-Rockland R over W Branch Sheepscot River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.