US Bridges

US 1 over Norfolk Southern RR

Fair

Cecil County, Maryland · 0.02 Mile North of Md 222 · Structure no. 100000070005010

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
58 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,652
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 1 over Norfolk Southern RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 1 over Norfolk Southern RR in Cecil County, Maryland. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 94 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 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 9,652 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,432 by 2029. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 1
CrossesNorfolk Southern RR
Location0.02 Mile North of Md 222
RouteU.S. Route 1
CountyCecil County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.66789, -76.17003
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating73 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length58 ft (17.7 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width49 ft (15 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,652 (2009)
Projected traffic14,432 by 2029
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 1 over Norfolk Southern RR built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is US 1 over Norfolk Southern RR 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 1 over Norfolk Southern RR carry?

About 9,652 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 1 over Norfolk Southern RR?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns US 1 over Norfolk Southern RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.