US Bridges

ST RTE 191 over Holmes Stream

Fair

Washington County, Maine · 0.2 MI N Ofcutler · Structure no. 3810

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
947
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST RTE 191 over Holmes Stream is a concrete culvert carrying ST RTE 191 over Holmes Stream in Washington County, Maine. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 947 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,515 by 2036. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesST RTE 191
CrossesHolmes Stream
Location0.2 MI N Ofcutler
RouteState Highway 191
CountyWashington County
StateMaine
Coordinates44.7083, -67.29629
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating82.9 US tons
Inventory rating63.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.5 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic947 (2016)
Projected traffic1,515 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST RTE 191 over Holmes Stream built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST RTE 191 over Holmes 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does ST RTE 191 over Holmes Stream carry?

About 947 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is ST RTE 191 over Holmes Stream?

The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m).

Who owns ST RTE 191 over Holmes Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.