Md 140 over Meadow Branch
FairCarroll County, Maryland · 0.17 Mile South of Md 832 · Structure no. 100000060027020
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- Daily traffic
- 17,390
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 140 over Meadow Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Md 140 over Meadow Branch in Carroll County, Maryland. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 17,390 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,950 by 2029. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 140 over Meadow Branch built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 140 over Meadow 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Md 140 over Meadow Branch carry?
About 17,390 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 140 over Meadow Branch?
The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m).
Who owns Md 140 over Meadow Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.