Md 313 over Chapel Branch
FairCaroline County, Maryland · 0.5 Mile North of Md 317 · Structure no. 100000050007020
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- Daily traffic
- 7,160
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 313 over Chapel Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Md 313 over Chapel Branch in Caroline County, Maryland. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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.
It carries about 7,160 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,440 by 2026. The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 313 over Chapel Branch built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 313 over Chapel 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 Md 313 over Chapel Branch carry?
About 7,160 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 313 over Chapel Branch?
The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns Md 313 over Chapel Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.