US 29 over Hammond Branch
FairHoward County, Maryland · 0.73 Mile North of Md 216 · Structure no. 100000130014020
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1969
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- Daily traffic
- 69,132
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 29 over Hammond Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 29 over Hammond Branch in Howard County, Maryland. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 74 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 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 69,132 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 62,885 by 2026. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 29 over Hammond Branch built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.
What condition is US 29 over Hammond 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 29 over Hammond Branch carry?
About 69,132 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 29 over Hammond Branch?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 29 over Hammond Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.