US Bridges

Md 213 over Bohemia River

Fair

Cecil County, Maryland · 2.3 Miles South of Md 310 · Structure no. 100000070025010

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
1,188 ft
11 main spans
Daily traffic
6,317
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 213 over Bohemia River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Md 213 over Bohemia River in Cecil County, Maryland. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 6,317 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,009 by 2044. The structure is 1,188 ft (362.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

Location

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CarriesMd 213
CrossesBohemia River
Location2.3 Miles South of Md 310
RouteState Highway 213
CountyCecil County
StateMaryland
Coordinates35.45959, -75.87055
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42.4 US tons
Inventory rating25.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans11
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,188 ft (362.1 m)
Longest span107 ft (32.6 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,317 (2022)
Projected traffic8,009 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3.4 million
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 213 over Bohemia River built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 213 over Bohemia 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Md 213 over Bohemia River carry?

About 6,317 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 213 over Bohemia River?

The structure is 1,188 ft (362.1 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Md 213 over Bohemia River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.