US 1 & Ramp C(8) over Guilford Branch
FairHoward County, Maryland · 0.26 M S of Guilford Road · Structure no. 100000130006020
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- Daily traffic
- 38,190
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 1 & Ramp C(8) over Guilford Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 1 & Ramp C(8) over Guilford Branch in Howard County, Maryland. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 6 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 38,190 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,763 by 2026. The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 1 & Ramp C(8) over Guilford Branch built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 1 & Ramp C(8) over Guilford Branch 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 1 & Ramp C(8) over Guilford Branch carry?
About 38,190 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 1 & Ramp C(8) over Guilford Branch?
The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns US 1 & Ramp C(8) over Guilford Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.