US Bridges

Main ST over Outlet Stream

Good

Kennebec County, Maine · 2 MI S Townline · Structure no. 3092

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,407
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Main ST over Outlet Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Main ST over Outlet Stream in Kennebec County, Maine. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 2,407 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,370 by 2036. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

CarriesMain ST
CrossesOutlet Stream
Location2 MI S Townline
RouteCounty Highway 32
StateMaine
Coordinates44.46446, -69.6141
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating105.1 US tons
Inventory rating81 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span23 ft (6.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,407 (2016)
Projected traffic3,370 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Main ST over Outlet Stream built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Main ST over Outlet 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Main ST over Outlet Stream carry?

About 2,407 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Main ST over Outlet Stream?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (6.9 m).

Who owns Main ST over Outlet Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.