Md 404 over Choptank River
FairCaroline County, Maryland · 0.29 Mile East of Md 328 · Structure no. 100000050026010
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 1,105 ft
- 11 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,471
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 404 over Choptank River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Md 404 over Choptank River in Caroline County, Maryland. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 20,471 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,859 by 2026. The structure is 1,105 ft (336.8 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 404 over Choptank River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 404 over Choptank River 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 404 over Choptank River carry?
About 20,471 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 404 over Choptank River?
The structure is 1,105 ft (336.8 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns Md 404 over Choptank River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.