Is 68 Wbr over Md 55
FairAllegany County, Maryland · 1.53 Mile East of Md 36 · Structure no. 100000010115014
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 748 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,410
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Is 68 Wbr over Md 55 is a steel continuous girder and floorbeam system carrying Is 68 Wbr over Md 55 in Allegany County, Maryland. It was built in 1973 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 52 years old, younger 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 6 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 26,410 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,370 by 2029. The structure is 748 ft (228.1 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Is 68 Wbr over Md 55 built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is Is 68 Wbr over Md 55 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Is 68 Wbr over Md 55 carry?
About 26,410 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Is 68 Wbr over Md 55?
The structure is 748 ft (228.1 m) long with a longest span of 205 ft (62.5 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns Is 68 Wbr over Md 55?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.