Md 578 over Hog Creek
FairCaroline County, Maryland · 2.06 Mile East of Md 331 · Structure no. 100000050020020
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- Daily traffic
- 2,672
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 578 over Hog Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Md 578 over Hog Creek in Caroline County, Maryland. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 2,672 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,484 by 2026. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 578 over Hog Creek built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 578 over Hog Creek 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Md 578 over Hog Creek carry?
About 2,672 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 578 over Hog Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Md 578 over Hog Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.