US Bridges

Md 560 over Glade Run

Good

Garrett County, Maryland · 2.33 Miles North of US 50 · Structure no. 100000110028020

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
Daily traffic
1,914
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 560 over Glade Run is a concrete culvert carrying Md 560 over Glade Run in Garrett County, Maryland. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older 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 1,914 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,548 by 2026. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesMd 560
CrossesGlade Run
Location2.33 Miles North of US 50
RouteState Highway 560
Coordinates39.32292, -79.34472
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadH 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,914 (2013)
Projected traffic2,548 by 2026
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Md 560 over Glade Run built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 560 over Glade Run 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Md 560 over Glade Run carry?

About 1,914 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 560 over Glade Run?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Md 560 over Glade Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.