US Bridges

Md 26 over Branch of Linganore Cree

Fair

Frederick County, Maryland · 0.58 M W Albaugh Road · Structure no. 100000100168030

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
99 ft
Daily traffic
5,272
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 26 over Branch of Linganore Cree is a concrete culvert carrying Md 26 over Branch of Linganore Cree in Frederick County, Maryland. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 5,272 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,113 by 2026. The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesMd 26
CrossesBranch of Linganore Cree
Location0.58 M W Albaugh Road
RouteState Highway 26
Coordinates39.47838, -77.18187
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 loadH 20
Structure length99 ft (30.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,272 (2009)
Projected traffic6,113 by 2026
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Md 26 over Branch of Linganore Cree built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 26 over Branch of Linganore Cree 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Md 26 over Branch of Linganore Cree carry?

About 5,272 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 26 over Branch of Linganore Cree?

The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Md 26 over Branch of Linganore Cree?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.