US Bridges

I-95 over Stream

Fair

Cecil County, Maryland · Milepost M98.6 · Structure no. 300000CEX990020

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
89,058
2019 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

I-95 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying I-95 over Stream 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 89,058 vehicles a day, projected to reach 118,326 by 2041. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesI-95
CrossesStream
LocationMilepost M98.6
RouteInterstate 95
CountyCecil County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.62614, -75.97556
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
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 rating69 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic89,058 (2019)
Projected traffic118,326 by 2041
Trucks—
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free 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 Stream built?

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

What condition is I-95 over Stream 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does I-95 over Stream carry?

About 89,058 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is I-95 over Stream?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns I-95 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.