Md 170 over Kitten Branch
FairAnne Arundel County, Maryland · 0.3 Mile North of Md 995 · Structure no. 100000020047020
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1954
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- Daily traffic
- 42,631
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 170 over Kitten Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Md 170 over Kitten Branch in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1954, so it is 78 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 42,631 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,920 by 2026. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 170 over Kitten Branch built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1954.
What condition is Md 170 over Kitten Branch 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Md 170 over Kitten Branch carry?
About 42,631 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 170 over Kitten Branch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).
Who owns Md 170 over Kitten Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.