US 50 WB over Big Mill Pond
FairDorchester County, Maryland · 3.21 Miles West of Md 331 · Structure no. 100000090006010
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 115 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,981
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 WB over Big Mill Pond is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 50 WB over Big Mill Pond in Dorchester County, Maryland. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 23,981 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,299 by 2043. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 WB over Big Mill Pond built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 WB over Big Mill Pond 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 50 WB over Big Mill Pond carry?
About 23,981 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 50 WB over Big Mill Pond?
The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 WB over Big Mill Pond?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.