US Bridges

Md 17 over Catoctin Creek

Good

Frederick County, Maryland · 0.15 Mile South of US 40 · Structure no. 100000100164020

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
Daily traffic
7,835
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 17 over Catoctin Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Md 17 over Catoctin Creek in Frederick County, Maryland. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 7,835 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,187 by 2026. The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long.

CarriesMd 17
CrossesCatoctin Creek
Location0.15 Mile South of US 40
RouteState Highway 17
Coordinates39.50877, -77.56193
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14.1 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,835 (2013)
Projected traffic8,187 by 2026
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 Md 17 over Catoctin Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 17 over Catoctin 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 Md 17 over Catoctin Creek carry?

About 7,835 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 17 over Catoctin Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns Md 17 over Catoctin Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.