US Bridges

Md 935 over Georges Creek

Fair

Allegany County, Maryland · 0.09 M N of C Street · Structure no. 100000010019010

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
116 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,430
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 935 over Georges Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Md 935 over Georges Creek in Allegany County, Maryland. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 years old, older than the Maryland average of 52.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,430 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,868 by 2026. The structure is 116 ft (35.4 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesMd 935
CrossesGeorges Creek
Location0.09 M N of C Street
RouteState Highway 935
CountyAllegany County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.52984, -79.01626
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating55.4 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length116 ft (35.4 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,430 (2009)
Projected traffic1,868 by 2026
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$295,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 935 over Georges Creek built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 935 over Georges Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does Md 935 over Georges Creek carry?

About 1,430 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 935 over Georges Creek?

The structure is 116 ft (35.4 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Md 935 over Georges Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.