US Bridges

Webber Pond RD over Kezar River

PoorClosed to traffic

Oxford County, Maine · 1.1MI SE Old Waterfrd. RD · Structure no. 0788

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
83
2016 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Webber Pond RD over Kezar River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Webber Pond RD over Kezar River in Oxford County, Maine. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 2 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. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 83 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 133 by 2036. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesWebber Pond RD
CrossesKezar River
Location1.1MI SE Old Waterfrd. RD
RouteCity Street 0
StateMaine
Coordinates44.1577, -70.8418
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourScour critical; extensive scour has occurred
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating56.1 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width12 ft (3.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic83 (2016)
Projected traffic133 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township 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 Webber Pond RD over Kezar River built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Webber Pond RD over Kezar River 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Webber Pond RD over Kezar River carry?

About 83 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Webber Pond RD over Kezar River?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns Webber Pond RD over Kezar River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.