US 15 Nbr over Little Owens Creek
FairFrederick County, Maryland · 1.74 Mile North of Md 550 · Structure no. 100000100170010
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 47 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 27,210
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 15 Nbr over Little Owens Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 15 Nbr over Little Owens Creek 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 16,430 by 2026. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 15 Nbr over Little Owens Creek built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 15 Nbr over Little Owens Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 15 Nbr over Little Owens Creek carry?
About 27,210 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 15 Nbr over Little Owens Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 15 Nbr over Little Owens Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.