Wards Chapel Road over Locust Run
GoodPosted for loadBaltimore County, Maryland · 0.57 MI N of Md 26 · Structure no. 200000B-0343020
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- Daily traffic
- 7,359
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wards Chapel Road over Locust Run is a concrete culvert carrying Wards Chapel Road over Locust Run in Baltimore County, Maryland. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 7,359 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,213 by 2046. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wards Chapel Road over Locust Run built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wards Chapel Road over Locust Run 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Wards Chapel Road over Locust Run carry?
About 7,359 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Wards Chapel Road over Locust Run?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Wards Chapel Road over Locust Run?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.