Fort kent, RT. 161, perley brook bridge #3468

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded the Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) a Formula Grant of $3,886,109.69 under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) on June 23, 2025. This award funds the replacement of Perley Brook Bridge #3468 located in Fort Kent, Maine on Route 161, approximately 0.08 miles north of South Perley Brook Road. Bridge replacement projects constitute an eligible activity under CFDA 20.205, which supports comprehensive transportation infrastructure development and preservation across the United States.

The Highway Planning and Construction program provides federal financial assistance to state departments of transportation for a range of highway-related activities, including bridge rehabilitation and full bridge replacements. As a state-administered federal program, MaineDOT, a certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, is responsible for the design, permitting, and construction oversight of the Perley Brook Bridge replacement project in accordance with applicable federal requirements, including environmental review under the National Environmental Policy Act and compliance with 23 CFR and 49 CFR transportation regulations.

Project description

Bridge replacement, perley brook bridge (#3468) over perley brook. Located 0.08 of a mile north of south perley brook road.