US Bridges

Waldoboro RD over Davis Stream

Good

Lincoln County, Maine · 90 Ft E of JCT RTE 126 · Structure no. 2378

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
78 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,032
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Waldoboro RD over Davis Stream is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Waldoboro RD over Davis Stream in Lincoln County, Maine. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,032 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,245 by 2036. The structure is 78 ft (23.9 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).

CarriesWaldoboro RD
CrossesDavis Stream
Location90 Ft E of JCT RTE 126
RouteState Highway 32
StateMaine
Coordinates44.20086, -69.45602
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length78 ft (23.9 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.4 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,032 (2016)
Projected traffic4,245 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.7 mi (51 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Waldoboro RD over Davis Stream built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Waldoboro RD over Davis 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Waldoboro RD over Davis Stream carry?

About 3,032 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Waldoboro RD over Davis Stream?

The structure is 78 ft (23.9 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Waldoboro RD over Davis Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.