Benton RD over Mill Stream
FairKennebec County, Maine · 2.6 MI S Townline · Structure no. 6157
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 21 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,864
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Benton RD over Mill Stream is a steel culvert carrying Benton RD over Mill Stream in Kennebec County, Maine. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 1,864 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,796 by 2036. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 Benton RD over Mill Stream built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Benton RD over Mill 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Benton RD over Mill Stream carry?
About 1,864 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Benton RD over Mill Stream?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).
Who owns Benton RD over Mill Stream?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.