Md 2 over South River
FairAnne Arundel County, Maryland · 0.86MI N of Md 253 · Structure no. 100000020010010
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 2,468 ft
- 26 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 53,221
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 2 over South River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Md 2 over South River in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 53,221 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 69,521 by 2029. The structure is 2,468 ft (752.2 m) long and 83 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
Location
No coordinates are recorded for this structure.
Condition and inspection
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 Md 2 over South River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 2 over South River 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Md 2 over South River carry?
About 53,221 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 2 over South River?
The structure is 2,468 ft (752.2 m) long with a longest span of 160 ft (48.8 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.
Who owns Md 2 over South River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.