US Bridges

Md 742 over Youghiogheny River

Fair

Garrett County, Maryland · 0.48 Mile North of Md 42 · Structure no. 100000110011010

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
161 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,184
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 742 over Youghiogheny River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Md 742 over Youghiogheny River in Garrett County, Maryland. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 years old, older than the Maryland average of 52.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,184 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,341 by 2044. The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesMd 742
CrossesYoughiogheny River
Location0.48 Mile North of Md 42
RouteState Highway 742
CountyGarrett County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.66405, -79.40759
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length161 ft (49.1 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,184 (2022)
Projected traffic1,341 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
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

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 742 over Youghiogheny River built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 742 over Youghiogheny River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does Md 742 over Youghiogheny River carry?

About 1,184 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 742 over Youghiogheny River?

The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Md 742 over Youghiogheny River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.