Is 68 EB over Md 42
FairGarrett County, Maryland · 0.33 Mile West of Md 742 · Structure no. 100000110039013
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 180 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,240
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Is 68 EB over Md 42 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Is 68 EB over Md 42 in Garrett County, Maryland. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, younger 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 12,240 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,896 by 2026. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 Is 68 EB over Md 42 built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Is 68 EB over Md 42 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Is 68 EB over Md 42 carry?
About 12,240 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Is 68 EB over Md 42?
The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Is 68 EB over Md 42?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.