Md 273 over Little Northeast Creek
FairCecil County, Maryland · 1.81 Miles East of Md 272 · Structure no. 100000070041010
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,982
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 273 over Little Northeast Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Md 273 over Little Northeast Creek in Cecil County, Maryland. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1973, 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 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 6,982 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,307 by 2026. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 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 273 over Little Northeast Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is Md 273 over Little Northeast 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Md 273 over Little Northeast Creek carry?
About 6,982 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 273 over Little Northeast Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Md 273 over Little Northeast Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.