US 50 over Middletown Branch
FairDorchester County, Maryland · 0.04 Mile East of Mill RD · Structure no. 100000090020020
- Built
- 1944
- 81 years old, rebuilt 1967
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- Daily traffic
- 19,469
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 over Middletown Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 50 over Middletown Branch in Dorchester County, Maryland. It was built in 1944 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 81 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 19,469 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,107 by 2026. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 over Middletown Branch built?
It was built in 1944, making it 81 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.
What condition is US 50 over Middletown Branch 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 50 over Middletown Branch carry?
About 19,469 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 50 over Middletown Branch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 50 over Middletown Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.