US Bridges

Md 150 over Back River

Good

Baltimore County, Maryland · 0.82 Mile East of Md 695 · Structure no. 100000030097010

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,508 ft
15 main spans
Daily traffic
29,630
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 150 over Back River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Md 150 over Back River in Baltimore County, Maryland. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger than the Maryland average of 52.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 29,630 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,885 by 2041. The structure is 1,508 ft (459.6 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesMd 150
CrossesBack River
Location0.82 Mile East of Md 695
RouteState Highway 150
Coordinates39.50276, -76.82092
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating96 US tons
Inventory rating56 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans15
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,508 ft (459.6 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width67 ft (20.5 m)
Roadway width55 ft (16.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,630 (2009)
Projected traffic43,885 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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$6.7 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 150 over Back River built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 150 over Back River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does Md 150 over Back River carry?

About 29,630 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 150 over Back River?

The structure is 1,508 ft (459.6 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.

Who owns Md 150 over Back River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.