Md 32 over Br of Patapsco River
FairHoward County, Maryland · 0.49 Mile S of Md 851F · Structure no. 100000130019020
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- Daily traffic
- 23,612
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 32 over Br of Patapsco River is a concrete culvert carrying Md 32 over Br of Patapsco River in Howard County, Maryland. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 23,612 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,657 by 2038. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 32 over Br of Patapsco River built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 32 over Br of Patapsco River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Md 32 over Br of Patapsco River carry?
About 23,612 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 32 over Br of Patapsco River?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns Md 32 over Br of Patapsco River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.