Md 6 over Wheatley Run
GoodCharles County, Maryland · 3.49 M W of ST Marys CO · Structure no. 100000080050020
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- Daily traffic
- 6,492
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 6 over Wheatley Run is a concrete culvert carrying Md 6 over Wheatley Run in Charles County, Maryland. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger than the Maryland average of 52.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 6,492 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,255 by 2026. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 6 over Wheatley Run built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 6 over Wheatley Run in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.
How much traffic does Md 6 over Wheatley Run carry?
About 6,492 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 6 over Wheatley Run?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Md 6 over Wheatley Run?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.