US Bridges

Md 295 Nbr over Patapsco River

Fair

Anne Arundel County, Maryland · On Balt CO Line · Structure no. 100000020011011

Built
1949
76 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
352 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
80,822
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 295 Nbr over Patapsco River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Md 295 Nbr over Patapsco River in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 76 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 5 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 80,822 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,573 by 2026. The structure is 352 ft (107.3 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMd 295 Nbr
CrossesPatapsco River
LocationOn Balt CO Line
RouteState Highway 295
CountyAnne Arundel County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.22885, -76.65017
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating75.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length352 ft (107.3 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.7 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic80,822 (2009)
Projected traffic45,573 by 2026
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$1.1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 295 Nbr over Patapsco River built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is Md 295 Nbr over Patapsco 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Md 295 Nbr over Patapsco River carry?

About 80,822 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 295 Nbr over Patapsco River?

The structure is 352 ft (107.3 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns Md 295 Nbr over Patapsco River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.