Brighton RD over Higgins Stream
FairPiscataquis County, Maine · 1.7 MI Nly of Harmony · Structure no. 6021
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 113
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Brighton RD over Higgins Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Brighton RD over Higgins Stream in Piscataquis County, Maine. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older 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 113 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 181 by 2036. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Brighton RD over Higgins Stream built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Brighton RD over Higgins 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 2024.
How much traffic does Brighton RD over Higgins Stream carry?
About 113 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Brighton RD over Higgins Stream?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m).
Who owns Brighton RD over Higgins Stream?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.