Md 946 over US 40 Alt
FairGarrett County, Maryland · 0.46 Mile South of Md 546 · Structure no. 100000110026010
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 174 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 760
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 946 over US 40 Alt is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Md 946 over US 40 Alt in Garrett County, Maryland. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 69 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 6 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 760 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 934 by 2026. The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 946 over US 40 Alt built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is Md 946 over US 40 Alt 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Md 946 over US 40 Alt carry?
About 760 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 946 over US 40 Alt?
The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Md 946 over US 40 Alt?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.