US 15 Sbr over Md 26
FairFrederick County, Maryland · 0.15 Mile North of Md 26 · Structure no. 100000100097012
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 179 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 42,640
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 15 Sbr over Md 26 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 15 Sbr over Md 26 in Frederick County, Maryland. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 42,640 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 61,480 by 2029. The structure is 179 ft (54.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 15 Sbr over Md 26 built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 15 Sbr over Md 26 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 15 Sbr over Md 26 carry?
About 42,640 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 15 Sbr over Md 26?
The structure is 179 ft (54.6 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 15 Sbr over Md 26?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.