US Bridges

Central ST over Kenduskeag Stream

Fair

Penobscot County, Maine · Center of City · Structure no. 0896

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
145 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,348
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Central ST over Kenduskeag Stream is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Central ST over Kenduskeag Stream in Penobscot County, Maine. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 5 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 8,348 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,687 by 2036. The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long and 71 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesCentral ST
CrossesKenduskeag Stream
LocationCenter of City
RouteState Highway 2
CountyPenobscot County
StateMaine
Coordinates44.80266, -68.77128
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.3 US tons
Inventory rating65.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length145 ft (44.2 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width71 ft (21.5 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,348 (2016)
Projected traffic11,687 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Central ST over Kenduskeag Stream built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is Central ST over Kenduskeag 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Central ST over Kenduskeag Stream carry?

About 8,348 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Central ST over Kenduskeag Stream?

The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.

Who owns Central ST over Kenduskeag Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.