The Maine Department of Transportation will be replacing the Western Avenue bridge (#5808) located on US Route 202 (Western Ave.) over Interstate 95 (I-95) in Augusta, at the intersection of Western Ave. and Whitten Rd.
The Western Avenue bridge will be replaced on alignment, with a new 2 span, steel girder with concrete bridge deck structure, on concrete substructure units founded on bedrock. This new structure will replace the 68 year old, 4-span structurally deficient structure that has deteriorated to the point that the end of it’s useful life is near. The new structure will provide additional vertical clearance over I-95, to help avoid over height vehicle strikes. The project also includes approximately 1,350 ft of sidewalk construction/reconstruction along Western Avenue and Whitten Rd. This sidewalk work will connect pedestrian access along both sides of each respective roadway to create significantly safer access through the area.
The contractor for this project is Reed & Reed, and the contract amount is $30 million.
TRAFFIC ADVISORY | DETOURS
MaineDOT will be repaving the I-95 eastbound on-ramp from Western Avenue.
This work is weather-dependent and is currently scheduled to begin on Sunday, June 7, 2026, or Monday, June 8, 2026.
During this time, the I-95 eastbound on-ramp will be closed continuously, 24 hours a day, until paving operations are complete.
A signed detour will be in place for motorists. Traffic will be directed east on Western Avenue, then guided via posted detour signage to loop back onto Western Avenue westbound, where drivers can access the open I-95 on-ramp.
Motorists are encouraged to plan for additional travel time and follow all posted signage.