Western Av over Interstate 95 NB & SB
PoorKennebec County, Maine · 1.6 MI W of JCT RTE 201 · Structure no. 5808
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 262 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,934
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Western Av over Interstate 95 NB & SB is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Western Av over Interstate 95 NB & SB 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 16,934 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,708 by 2036. The structure is 262 ft (80 m) long and 91 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 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 Western Av over Interstate 95 NB & SB built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Western Av over Interstate 95 NB & SB in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.
How much traffic does Western Av over Interstate 95 NB & SB carry?
About 16,934 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Western Av over Interstate 95 NB & SB?
The structure is 262 ft (80 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 91 ft wide.
Who owns Western Av over Interstate 95 NB & SB?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.