Bassford Road over Swanson Creek
GoodCharles County, Maryland · Eagle Ridge Subdivision · Structure no. 200000CH0036040
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- Daily traffic
- 2,180
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bassford Road over Swanson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bassford Road over Swanson Creek in Charles County, Maryland. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 2,180 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,270 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bassford Road over Swanson Creek built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bassford Road over Swanson Creek 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Bassford Road over Swanson Creek carry?
About 2,180 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Bassford Road over Swanson Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m).
Who owns Bassford Road over Swanson Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.