Md 51 over Evitts Creek
GoodAllegany County, Maryland · 0.14 MI E of Cumberland · Structure no. 100000010044010
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 154 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,092
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 51 over Evitts Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous slab carrying Md 51 over Evitts Creek in Allegany County, Maryland. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 68 years old, older than the Maryland average of 52.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 12,092 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,093 by 2038. The structure is 154 ft (46.9 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 51 over Evitts Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is Md 51 over Evitts Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does Md 51 over Evitts Creek carry?
About 12,092 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Md 51 over Evitts Creek?
The structure is 154 ft (46.9 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.
Who owns Md 51 over Evitts Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.