US Bridges

Md 55 over Braddock Run

Good

Allegany County, Maryland · 0.27 MI W of Is 68 · Structure no. 100000010053020

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
Daily traffic
2,552
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 55 over Braddock Run is a concrete culvert carrying Md 55 over Braddock Run in Allegany County, Maryland. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 2,552 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,138 by 2026. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesMd 55
CrossesBraddock Run
Location0.27 MI W of Is 68
RouteState Highway 55
Coordinates39.6367, -78.89303
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating64.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans0
Design loadH 20
Structure length35 ft (10.8 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,552 (2009)
Projected traffic3,138 by 2026
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 55 over Braddock Run built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 55 over Braddock Run 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Md 55 over Braddock Run carry?

About 2,552 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 55 over Braddock Run?

The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns Md 55 over Braddock Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.