Md 140 over US 15
FairFrederick County, Maryland · 0.16 MI S of Md 904F · Structure no. 100000100153010
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old, rebuilt 1979
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 253 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,010
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 140 over US 15 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Md 140 over US 15 in Frederick County, Maryland. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 54 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 9,010 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,048 by 2038. The structure is 253 ft (77.1 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 140 over US 15 built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.
What condition is Md 140 over US 15 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Md 140 over US 15 carry?
About 9,010 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 140 over US 15?
The structure is 253 ft (77.1 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Md 140 over US 15?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.