US 15 Sbr over Fishing Creek
FairFrederick County, Maryland · 0.07 MI N of Powell RD · Structure no. 100000100111010
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 65 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 43,080
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 15 Sbr over Fishing Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 15 Sbr over Fishing Creek in Frederick County, Maryland. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 43,080 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,382 by 2026. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 50 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Sbr over Fishing Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 15 Sbr over Fishing 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 15 Sbr over Fishing Creek carry?
About 43,080 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 15 Sbr over Fishing Creek?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 15 Sbr over Fishing Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.