Md 75 over Bens Branch
FairFrederick County, Maryland · 0.19 MI S of Md 874C · Structure no. 100000100152020
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- Daily traffic
- 10,783
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 75 over Bens Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Md 75 over Bens Branch in Frederick County, Maryland. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 10,783 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,244 by 2026. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 Md 75 over Bens Branch built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 75 over Bens Branch 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 2023.
How much traffic does Md 75 over Bens Branch carry?
About 10,783 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 75 over Bens Branch?
The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Md 75 over Bens Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.