ST RTE 6 over Little Tomah Stream
PoorWashington County, Maine · 5.0 MI NE of Topsfield · Structure no. 2472
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 20 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 410
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
ST RTE 6 over Little Tomah Stream is a steel culvert carrying ST RTE 6 over Little Tomah Stream in Washington County, Maine. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 3 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 410 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 656 by 2036. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was ST RTE 6 over Little Tomah Stream built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is ST RTE 6 over Little Tomah Stream 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does ST RTE 6 over Little Tomah Stream carry?
About 410 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is ST RTE 6 over Little Tomah Stream?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns ST RTE 6 over Little Tomah Stream?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.