Bentzel Road over Branch of Friends Creek
GoodFrederick County, Maryland · 175 from Md RTE 550 · Structure no. 200000F-1003030
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 20 ft
- Daily traffic
- 126
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bentzel Road over Branch of Friends Creek is a steel culvert carrying Bentzel Road over Branch of Friends Creek in Frederick County, Maryland. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 126 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 197 by 2052. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bentzel Road over Branch of Friends Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bentzel Road over Branch of Friends 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 Bentzel Road over Branch of Friends Creek carry?
About 126 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Bentzel Road over Branch of Friends Creek?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long.
Who owns Bentzel Road over Branch of Friends Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.