US Route 2 over Ellis River
PoorOxford County, Maine · 0.7 MI Nely of Hanover · Structure no. 2514
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 156 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,239
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Route 2 over Ellis River is a concrete tee beam carrying US Route 2 over Ellis River in Oxford County, Maine. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 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 4,239 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,935 by 2036. The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.2 mi (84 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Route 2 over Ellis River built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Route 2 over Ellis 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US Route 2 over Ellis River carry?
About 4,239 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US Route 2 over Ellis River?
The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US Route 2 over Ellis River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.