Sams Creek Road over Sams Creek
GoodFrederick County, Maryland · 0.45 MI E of Md RTE 31 · Structure no. 200000F-1913020
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- Daily traffic
- 412
- 2007 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sams Creek Road over Sams Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Sams Creek Road over Sams Creek in Frederick County, Maryland. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 412 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 625 by 2036. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sams Creek Road over Sams Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sams Creek Road over Sams 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Sams Creek Road over Sams Creek carry?
About 412 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Sams Creek Road over Sams Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long.
Who owns Sams Creek Road over Sams Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.