US Bridges

Franklin Square DR over Tributary to White Marsh

Good

Baltimore County, Maryland · 1.8 MI SW of Rt 7 · Structure no. 200000B-0534020

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
Daily traffic
12,165
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Franklin Square DR over Tributary to White Marsh is a concrete culvert carrying Franklin Square DR over Tributary to White Marsh in Baltimore County, Maryland. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 12,165 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,992 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFranklin Square DR
CrossesTributary to White Marsh
Location1.8 MI SW of Rt 7
Coordinates39.36022, -76.46489
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.7 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,165 (2024)
Projected traffic14,992 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Franklin Square DR over Tributary to White Marsh built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is Franklin Square DR over Tributary to White Marsh 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Franklin Square DR over Tributary to White Marsh carry?

About 12,165 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Franklin Square DR over Tributary to White Marsh?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Franklin Square DR over Tributary to White Marsh?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.