Md 543 over US 40 CSX Railroad
GoodHarford County, Maryland · 1.17 Miles South of Md 7 · Structure no. 100000120082010
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 380 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,981
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 543 over US 40 CSX Railroad is a steel continuous girder and floorbeam system carrying Md 543 over US 40 CSX Railroad in Harford County, Maryland. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 17,981 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,717 by 2026. The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 543 over US 40 CSX Railroad built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 543 over US 40 CSX Railroad 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Md 543 over US 40 CSX Railroad carry?
About 17,981 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 543 over US 40 CSX Railroad?
The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long with a longest span of 145 ft (44.2 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Md 543 over US 40 CSX Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.