US Bridges

Christophers Cross over Tributary of Tuscarora C

Good

Frederick County, Maryland · West of Thomas Johnson DR · Structure no. 200000F-F-47010

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
80 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,896
2022 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Christophers Cross over Tributary of Tuscarora C is a concrete arch - deck carrying Christophers Cross over Tributary of Tuscarora C in Frederick County, Maryland. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 4,896 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,280 by 2042. The structure is 80 ft (24.5 m) long and 110 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesChristophers Cross
CrossesTributary of Tuscarora C
LocationWest of Thomas Johnson DR
RouteCity Street 484
Coordinates39.46096, -77.40654
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69 US tons
Inventory rating41.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length80 ft (24.5 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width110 ft (33.5 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,896 (2022)
Projected traffic7,280 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township 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 Christophers Cross over Tributary of Tuscarora C built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Christophers Cross over Tributary of Tuscarora C 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Christophers Cross over Tributary of Tuscarora C carry?

About 4,896 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Christophers Cross over Tributary of Tuscarora C?

The structure is 80 ft (24.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 110 ft wide.

Who owns Christophers Cross over Tributary of Tuscarora C?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency and maintained by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.