Maine Turnpike Authority will undertake necessary repairs to the Forest Avenue Bridge at mile marker 50 in Portland to address deterioration in the bridge decks. The bridge remains safe for travel, these repairs are an important part of MTA’s ongoing commitment to proactive maintenance and long-term reliability.
To keep the community informed, MTA has scheduled a public meeting on Tuesday, September 24, at 6:00 PM at the Gerald Talbot Community School. At the meeting, MTA representatives will share project details, outline the construction timeline, and hear feedback from residents.
Construction Contract Information
Contractor: CPM Constructors, Inc Bid Amount: $1,638,885.00 Projected Completion Date: December 5, 2025
Project Scope: The work consists of removing the pavement surface, select removal and replacement of deteriorated bridge deck concrete, replacing the pavement surface, bridge joint removal and reinstallation and the setup, take-down, and maintenance of all required traffic control devices for mainline and Forest Avenue.