Md 97 over Silver Run
FairCarroll County, Maryland · 2.31 MI S of Pa Line · Structure no. 100000060030030
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 59 ft
- Daily traffic
- 10,250
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 97 over Silver Run is a steel culvert carrying Md 97 over Silver Run in Carroll County, Maryland. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 5 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 10,250 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,141 by 2026. The structure is 59 ft (18 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 97 over Silver Run built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 97 over Silver Run 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does Md 97 over Silver Run carry?
About 10,250 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 97 over Silver Run?
The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns Md 97 over Silver Run?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.