US Bridges

I-95 over Carsins Run

Good

Harford County, Maryland · Milepost M85.3 · Structure no. 300000H-X856020

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
Daily traffic
100,386
2019 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

I-95 over Carsins Run is a concrete culvert carrying I-95 over Carsins Run in Harford County, Maryland. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 100,386 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 133,377 by 2041. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesI-95
CrossesCarsins Run
LocationMilepost M85.3
RouteInterstate 95
CountyHarford County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.53137, -76.17977
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionJanuary 2024
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68 US tons
Inventory rating40.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.6 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100,386 (2019)
Projected traffic133,377 by 2041
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
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 I-95 over Carsins Run built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-95 over Carsins 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does I-95 over Carsins Run carry?

About 100,386 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is I-95 over Carsins Run?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns I-95 over Carsins Run?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.