Transportation
In 2023, 72% of Maine roadways were rated good or fair.
Favorable movement since the last available data
Benchmark: At least 85% of highway corridor Priority 1, 2 and 3 miles will be rated Excellent, Good, or Fair.
Overview
The Maine Department of Transportation (MDOT) grades roadways from A (excellent) to F (unacceptable). In 2023, 1,066 miles (72%) of Maine’s most-traveled and economically significant (“Priority 1”) roadways were graded A, B, or C, up five percentage points from 2022. MDOT attributes this to increased state and federal funding. Four hundred eighteen miles (28%) were graded D or F. Our roadways carry the vast majority of passengers and freight. Poor road conditions can lead to personal injury, property damage, and extended commute times.
Maine’s transportation network connects us to each other and to the world. Together, roads, rails, airports, and seaports can support an integrated transportation system that promotes economic activity by getting goods and people to their destinations efficiently and affordably. Public transportation is a critical component of this system, allowing people to access employment and services without a car and reducing congestion and pollution.
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Highway Miles Rated Excellent, Good, or Fair
Source: Maine Department of Transportation