US Bridges

Montevue Lane over Tributary 96

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Frederick County, Maryland · 1.2 Mi. W of US 15 · Structure no. 200000F-F-26020

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,880
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Montevue Lane over Tributary 96 is a concrete culvert carrying Montevue Lane over Tributary 96 in Frederick County, Maryland. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 6,880 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesMontevue Lane
CrossesTributary 96
Location1.2 Mi. W of US 15
RouteCity Street 1015
CountyFrederick County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.431, -77.44515
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.5 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,880 (2023)
Projected traffic8,000 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Montevue Lane over Tributary 96 built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Montevue Lane over Tributary 96 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Montevue Lane over Tributary 96 carry?

About 6,880 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Montevue Lane over Tributary 96?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Montevue Lane over Tributary 96?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.