US Bridges

I-95 over Principio Creek

Fair

Cecil County, Maryland · Milepost M95.3 · Structure no. 300000CEX954010

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
Daily traffic
83,628
2019 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

I-95 over Principio Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-95 over Principio Creek in Cecil County, Maryland. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 83,628 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 111,111 by 2041. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesI-95
CrossesPrincipio Creek
LocationMilepost M95.3
RouteInterstate 95
CountyCecil County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.60574, -76.03001
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic83,628 (2019)
Projected traffic111,111 by 2041
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-95 over Principio Creek built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-95 over Principio 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does I-95 over Principio Creek carry?

About 83,628 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is I-95 over Principio Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m).

Who owns I-95 over Principio Creek?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.