US Bridges

US Rt 2 W over Seven Mile Stream

Fair

Oxford County, Maine · 1.3 MI W of JCT US2 & 17 · Structure no. 2870

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,767
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US Rt 2 W over Seven Mile Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US Rt 2 W over Seven Mile Stream in Oxford County, Maine. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 3,767 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,274 by 2036. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.2 mi (84 km).

CarriesUS Rt 2 W
CrossesSeven Mile Stream
Location1.3 MI W of JCT US2 & 17
RouteState Highway 2
StateMaine
Coordinates44.57535, -70.32327
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.2 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,767 (2016)
Projected traffic5,274 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed52.2 mi (84 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US Rt 2 W over Seven Mile Stream built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is US Rt 2 W over Seven Mile 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does US Rt 2 W over Seven Mile Stream carry?

About 3,767 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US Rt 2 W over Seven Mile Stream?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.3 m).

Who owns US Rt 2 W over Seven Mile Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.