US Bridges

Savage River RD over Dry Run

Fair

Garrett County, Maryland · 0.02 MI N Dry Run RD · Structure no. 200000G-0041010

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
252
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Savage River RD over Dry Run is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Savage River RD over Dry 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 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 252 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 310 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 340 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesSavage River RD
CrossesDry Run
Location0.02 MI N Dry Run RD
RouteCounty Highway 233
CountyGarrett County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.52319, -79.14466
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating68.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width340 ft (103.6 m)
Roadway width268 ft (81.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic252 (2021)
Projected traffic310 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Savage River RD over Dry Run built?

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

What condition is Savage River RD over Dry Run 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 2024.

How much traffic does Savage River RD over Dry Run carry?

About 252 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Savage River RD over Dry Run?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 340 ft wide.

Who owns Savage River RD over Dry Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.