US 40 over Mill Creek
FairCecil County, Maryland · 0.83 Mile East of Md 222 · Structure no. 100000070013020
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 27 ft
- Daily traffic
- 22,280
- 2012 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 40 over Mill Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 40 over Mill Creek in Cecil 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 22,280 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,420 by 2032. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 40 over Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 40 over Mill 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 US 40 over Mill Creek carry?
About 22,280 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 40 over Mill Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns US 40 over Mill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.