US Bridges

James Run Road over Broad Run

Good

Harford County, Maryland · 0.3 Miles E of Md 136 · Structure no. 200000H-0181030

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
33 ft
Daily traffic
1,265
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

James Run Road over Broad Run is a steel culvert carrying James Run Road over Broad Run in Harford County, Maryland. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 1,265 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,544 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesJames Run Road
CrossesBroad Run
Location0.3 Miles E of Md 136
RouteCounty Highway 328
CountyHarford County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.52483, -76.25819
Functional classRural Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadUnknown
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,265 (2023)
Projected traffic1,544 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 James Run Road over Broad Run built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is James Run Road over Broad 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 2023.

How much traffic does James Run Road over Broad Run carry?

About 1,265 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is James Run Road over Broad Run?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns James Run Road over Broad Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.