US Bridges

Md 5 Sbr over Md 231

Good

Charles County, Maryland · 1.85 M N of ST Marys CO · Structure no. 100000080052012

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
189 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
17,551
2006 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 5 Sbr over Md 231 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Md 5 Sbr over Md 231 in Charles County, Maryland. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 17,551 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,236 by 2026. The structure is 189 ft (57.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMd 5 Sbr
CrossesMd 231
Location1.85 M N of ST Marys CO
RouteState Highway 5
Coordinates38.53427, -76.77922
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68 US tons
Inventory rating40.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length189 ft (57.6 m)
Longest span98 ft (29.9 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,551 (2006)
Projected traffic20,236 by 2026
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 5 Sbr over Md 231 built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 5 Sbr over Md 231 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 2025.

How much traffic does Md 5 Sbr over Md 231 carry?

About 17,551 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Md 5 Sbr over Md 231?

The structure is 189 ft (57.6 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Md 5 Sbr over Md 231?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.