Sidney-waterville, I-95 bridges

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded the Maine Department of Transportation $69.76 million on November 25, 2025, under the Bridge Investment Program (CFDA 20.264) to replace two structurally deficient Interstate 95 bridges in the Sidney-Waterville corridor. The project, scheduled for completion by December 31, 2034, will be procured and delivered through design-build methodology, which streamlines project delivery by integrating design and construction phases. This competitive grant supports the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act's objective to reduce the number of bridges in poor or fair condition while improving safety, efficiency, and the reliability of freight and passenger movement.

The Bridge Investment Program is a discretionary federal initiative that enables direct federal funding to states, local governments, tribal entities, and metropolitan planning organizations for bridge replacement, rehabilitation, and preservation projects. As a prime recipient on this award, MaineDOT will manage the Sidney-Waterville I-95 bridge replacement project as part of Maine's broader bridge infrastructure modernization efforts, which align with the program's focus on addressing deteriorating bridge conditions and expanding transportation resilience across the state's critical highway network.

Project description

Bridge replacement; interstate 95 bridges. Bridge investment program (BIP) grant recipient. This project to be delivered by design-build procurement.