US Bridges

Md 14 over Warwick River

Fair

Dorchester County, Maryland · 1.45 Miles East of Md 16 · Structure no. 100000090016010

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
368 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,647
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 14 over Warwick River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Md 14 over Warwick River in Dorchester County, Maryland. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 1,647 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,928 by 2045. The structure is 368 ft (112.1 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesMd 14
CrossesWarwick River
Location1.45 Miles East of Md 16
RouteState Highway 14
CountyDorchester County
StateMaryland
Coordinates38.60961, -75.95441
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.5 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3 (+13 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length368 ft (112.1 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.6 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,647 (2023)
Projected traffic1,928 by 2045
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$843,000
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 14 over Warwick River built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 14 over Warwick River 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Md 14 over Warwick River carry?

About 1,647 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 14 over Warwick River?

The structure is 368 ft (112.1 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Md 14 over Warwick River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.