Md 156 over Swan Creek
FairHarford County, Maryland · 0.54 Mile West of Md 155 · Structure no. 100000120038030
- Built
- 1922
- 103 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 29 ft
- Daily traffic
- 970
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 156 over Swan Creek is a steel culvert carrying Md 156 over Swan Creek in Harford County, Maryland. It was built in 1922, so it is 103 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 970 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,015 by 2026. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 156 over Swan Creek built?
It was built in 1922, making it 103 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 156 over Swan Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Md 156 over Swan Creek carry?
About 970 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 156 over Swan Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns Md 156 over Swan Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.