US Bridges

Md 140 over Middle Creek

Fair

Frederick County, Maryland · 0.72 MI S of Md 904G · Structure no. 100000100063010

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
76 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,480
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 140 over Middle Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Md 140 over Middle Creek in Frederick County, Maryland. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 5 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 4,480 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,340 by 2026. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesMd 140
CrossesMiddle Creek
Location0.72 MI S of Md 904G
RouteState Highway 140
CountyFrederick County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.69962, -77.29669
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81.5 US tons
Inventory rating48.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length76 ft (23.2 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,480 (2009)
Projected traffic5,340 by 2026
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$219,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 140 over Middle Creek built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 140 over Middle 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Md 140 over Middle Creek carry?

About 4,480 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 140 over Middle Creek?

The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Md 140 over Middle Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.