Is 68 over Georges Creek
FairAllegany County, Maryland · 0.16 Mile West of Md 936 · Structure no. 100000010118010
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 23,640
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Is 68 over Georges Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying Is 68 over Georges Creek in Allegany County, Maryland. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 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 23,640 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,500 by 2029. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 128 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Is 68 over Georges Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Is 68 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Is 68 over Georges Creek carry?
About 23,640 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Is 68 over Georges Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 128 ft wide.
Who owns Is 68 over Georges Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.