Covell Road over Little Bennett Creek
GoodPosted for loadFrederick County, Maryland · West of Thurston Road Int · Structure no. 200000F-0710010
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 66 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 36
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Covell Road over Little Bennett Creek is a steel truss - thru carrying Covell Road over Little Bennett Creek in Frederick County, Maryland. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 95 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 36 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2044. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Covell Road over Little Bennett Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is Covell Road over Little Bennett 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Covell Road over Little Bennett Creek carry?
About 36 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is Covell Road over Little Bennett Creek?
The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.
Who owns Covell Road over Little Bennett Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.