US Bridges

US 40 Ramp F(2) over Rock Creek

Good

Frederick County, Maryland · 0.80 MI W of Frederick · Structure no. 100000100147020

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
Daily traffic
3,593
2007 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 40 Ramp F(2) over Rock Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 40 Ramp F(2) over Rock Creek in Frederick County, Maryland. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older than the Maryland average of 52.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,593 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,142 by 2027. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 40 Ramp F(2)
CrossesRock Creek
Location0.80 MI W of Frederick
RouteU.S. Route 40
Coordinates39.42656, -77.48331
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating94.5 US tons
Inventory rating56.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.2 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,593 (2007)
Projected traffic4,142 by 2027
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 40 Ramp F(2) over Rock Creek built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 40 Ramp F(2) over Rock Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does US 40 Ramp F(2) over Rock Creek carry?

About 3,593 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 40 Ramp F(2) over Rock Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns US 40 Ramp F(2) over Rock Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.