US Bridges

Tulsmere Road over Scotts Level Branch

FairPosted for load

Baltimore County, Maryland · 0.4 MI S of Winands RD · Structure no. 200000B-0357020

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
Daily traffic
1,875
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Tulsmere Road over Scotts Level Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Tulsmere Road over Scotts Level Branch 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,875 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,184 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesTulsmere Road
CrossesScotts Level Branch
Location0.4 MI S of Winands RD
RouteCounty Highway 2291
CountyBaltimore County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.38004, -76.80722
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating32.5 US tons
Inventory rating19.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,875 (2023)
Projected traffic2,184 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Tulsmere Road over Scotts Level Branch built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Tulsmere Road over Scotts Level Branch 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 2023.

How much traffic does Tulsmere Road over Scotts Level Branch carry?

About 1,875 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Tulsmere Road over Scotts Level Branch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns Tulsmere Road over Scotts Level Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.