US Bridges

Md 198 over Br of Lit Patuxent River

Fair

Anne Arundel County, Maryland · 0.748 M W of Md 32 · Structure no. 100000020228010

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
95 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
25,492
6 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 198 over Br of Lit Patuxent River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Md 198 over Br of Lit Patuxent River in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 25,492 vehicles a day, projected to reach 29,392 by 26. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesMd 198
CrossesBr of Lit Patuxent River
Location0.748 M W of Md 32
RouteState Highway 198
Coordinates39.09197, -76.76879
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length95 ft (29 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,492 (6)
Projected traffic29,392 by 26
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 198 over Br of Lit Patuxent River built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 198 over Br of Lit Patuxent 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Md 198 over Br of Lit Patuxent River carry?

About 25,492 vehicles per day (6 count).

How long is Md 198 over Br of Lit Patuxent River?

The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Md 198 over Br of Lit Patuxent River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.