Project: Topsham Bypass/Connector
Summary
The Topsham Bypass/Connector is a southeastward extension of Maine Route 196 built to provide direct access between I-295 and the Maine coast, and to relieve traffic in downtown Topsham.
Characteristics and Setting
Classification/Type
Connector Highway
Transportation Mode
Highway
Usage
21,545
Length (mi)
2.70
Economic Distress
0.75
Population Density (ppl/sq mi)
285
Population Growth Rate (%)
0.5%
Employment Growth Rate (%)
1.1%
Market Size
199,636
Airport Travel Distance (mi)
22.0000
Topography
10
Geography
Region
New England/Mid-Atlantic
State
ME
County
Sagadahoc, Cumberland
City
Topsham
Urban/Class Level
Mixed
Local Area
N/A
Impact Area
N/A
Transportation System
None
Timing
Initial Study Date
1994
Post Construction Study Date
2008
Construction Start Date
1995
Construction End Date
1998
Months Duration
N/A
Costs
Project Year of Expenditure (YOE)
1998
Planned Cost (YOE $)
N/A
Actual Cost (YOE $)
$44,000,000
Actual Cost (2022$)
$96,673,600
Pre/Post Conditions
NOTE: All pre/post dollar values are in 2022$
Transportation
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Impacts
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Case Location
Narrative
Topsham Bypass/Connector
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