Md 144 over Patapsco River
FairBaltimore County, Maryland · On Howard CO Line · Structure no. 100000030086010
- Built
- 1914
- 111 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 196 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,859
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 144 over Patapsco River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Md 144 over Patapsco River in Baltimore County, Maryland. It was built in 1914 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 111 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 7,859 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,041 by 2044. The structure is 196 ft (59.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 144 over Patapsco River built?
It was built in 1914, making it 111 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is Md 144 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Md 144 over Patapsco River carry?
About 7,859 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Md 144 over Patapsco River?
The structure is 196 ft (59.7 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Md 144 over Patapsco River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.