Golden Ring Road over Stemmers Run
PoorClosed to trafficBaltimore County, Maryland · 0.05 MI N of Orems RD · Structure no. 200000B-0110010
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 47 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,982
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Golden Ring Road over Stemmers Run is a concrete arch - deck carrying Golden Ring Road over Stemmers Run in Baltimore County, Maryland. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 years old, older than the Maryland average of 52.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 3,982 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,189 by 2046. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Golden Ring Road over Stemmers Run built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.
What condition is Golden Ring Road over Stemmers Run in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Golden Ring Road over Stemmers Run carry?
About 3,982 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Golden Ring Road over Stemmers Run?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns Golden Ring Road over Stemmers Run?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.