US 15 SB over Little Owens Creek
FairFrederick County, Maryland · 1.74 Mile North of Md 550 · Structure no. 100000100003040
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- Daily traffic
- 14,250
- 2006 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 15 SB over Little Owens Creek is a concrete frame carrying US 15 SB over Little Owens Creek in Frederick County, Maryland. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 14,250 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,430 by 2026. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 15 SB over Little Owens Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 15 SB over Little Owens Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 15 SB over Little Owens Creek carry?
About 14,250 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 15 SB over Little Owens Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 15 SB over Little Owens Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.