US Bridges

Md 736 over Sand Spring Run

Good

Allegany County, Maryland · 0.81 MI N of Is 68 · Structure no. 100000010173020

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
Daily traffic
4,531
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 736 over Sand Spring Run is a concrete culvert carrying Md 736 over Sand Spring Run in Allegany County, Maryland. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 4,531 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,991 by 2029. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesMd 736
CrossesSand Spring Run
Location0.81 MI N of Is 68
RouteState Highway 736
Coordinates39.64596, -78.93618
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89.9 US tons
Inventory rating69 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,531 (2009)
Projected traffic8,991 by 2029
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 736 over Sand Spring Run built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 736 over Sand Spring 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 2024.

How much traffic does Md 736 over Sand Spring Run carry?

About 4,531 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 736 over Sand Spring Run?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns Md 736 over Sand Spring Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.