US Bridges

Md 2 over Branch of Cypress Creek

Fair

Anne Arundel County, Maryland · 0.15 M N of Cyprus Crk RD · Structure no. 100000020224030

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
34 ft
Daily traffic
58,858
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 2 over Branch of Cypress Creek is a steel culvert carrying Md 2 over Branch of Cypress Creek in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 58,858 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 74,716 by 2045. The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long.

CarriesMd 2
CrossesBranch of Cypress Creek
Location0.15 M N of Cyprus Crk RD
RouteState Highway 2
Coordinates39.07386, -76.54228
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.3 m)
Longest span4 ft (1.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic58,858 (2025)
Projected traffic74,716 by 2045
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 2 over Branch of Cypress Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 2 over Branch of Cypress Creek 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Md 2 over Branch of Cypress Creek carry?

About 58,858 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 2 over Branch of Cypress Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m).

Who owns Md 2 over Branch of Cypress Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.