US 15 over Little Hunting Creek
FairFrederick County, Maryland · .87 Mile North of Md 806A · Structure no. 100000100009020
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- Daily traffic
- 30,800
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 15 over Little Hunting Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 15 over Little Hunting Creek in Frederick County, Maryland. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 63 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 30,800 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,265 by 2026. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 15 over Little Hunting Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is US 15 over Little Hunting 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 over Little Hunting Creek carry?
About 30,800 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 15 over Little Hunting Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).
Who owns US 15 over Little Hunting Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.