US Bridges

Is 68 Ramp FT-2 over Fifteenmile Creek

Good

Allegany County, Maryland · Rp 2 Is 68 WB to US 40SC · Structure no. 100000010132010

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
329 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,992
1994 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 68 Ramp FT-2 over Fifteenmile Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Is 68 Ramp FT-2 over Fifteenmile Creek in Allegany County, Maryland. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 9,992 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,791 by 2012. The structure is 329 ft (100.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesIs 68 Ramp FT-2
CrossesFifteenmile Creek
LocationRp 2 Is 68 WB to US 40SC
RouteInterstate 68
Coordinates39.67548, -78.4569
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating83.4 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length329 ft (100.3 m)
Longest span124 ft (37.8 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,992 (1994)
Projected traffic11,791 by 2012
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$700,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Is 68 Ramp FT-2 over Fifteenmile Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Is 68 Ramp FT-2 over Fifteenmile 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 2024.

How much traffic does Is 68 Ramp FT-2 over Fifteenmile Creek carry?

About 9,992 vehicles per day (1994 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Is 68 Ramp FT-2 over Fifteenmile Creek?

The structure is 329 ft (100.3 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Is 68 Ramp FT-2 over Fifteenmile Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.