US Bridges

Griffin RD over Kenduskeag Stream

Fair

Penobscot County, Maine · 0.2 MI NE of JCT Ohio ST · Structure no. 3301

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
152 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,007
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Griffin RD over Kenduskeag Stream is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Griffin RD over Kenduskeag Stream in Penobscot County, Maine. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 12,007 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,810 by 2036. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesGriffin RD
CrossesKenduskeag Stream
Location0.2 MI NE of JCT Ohio ST
RouteState Highway 0
CountyPenobscot County
StateMaine
Coordinates44.82606, -68.80635
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 inspectionAugust 2023
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating45.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length152 ft (46.3 m)
Longest span149 ft (45.4 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,007 (2016)
Projected traffic16,810 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Griffin RD over Kenduskeag Stream built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Griffin RD 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Griffin RD over Kenduskeag Stream carry?

About 12,007 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Griffin RD over Kenduskeag Stream?

The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 149 ft (45.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Griffin RD over Kenduskeag Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.