US 15 Sbr over Md 550
FairFrederick County, Maryland · 0.36 Mile North of Md 15D · Structure no. 100000100169010
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 174 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 27,210
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 15 Sbr over Md 550 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 15 Sbr over Md 550 in Frederick County, Maryland. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 27,210 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,450 by 2029. The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 15 Sbr over Md 550 built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 15 Sbr over Md 550 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 15 Sbr over Md 550 carry?
About 27,210 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 15 Sbr over Md 550?
The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns US 15 Sbr over Md 550?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.