US Bridges

Md 32 over Br of Middle Patuxent Ri

Good

Howard County, Maryland · 1.5 MI N of Burntwoods RD · Structure no. 100000130023020

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
Daily traffic
29,475
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 32 over Br of Middle Patuxent Ri is a concrete culvert carrying Md 32 over Br of Middle Patuxent Ri in Howard County, Maryland. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 years old, younger 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 29,475 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,175 by 2040. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMd 32
CrossesBr of Middle Patuxent Ri
Location1.5 MI N of Burntwoods RD
RouteState Highway 32
Coordinates39.2847, -76.96401
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.5 US tons
Inventory rating48.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,475 (2015)
Projected traffic51,175 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Md 32 over Br of Middle Patuxent Ri built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 32 over Br of Middle Patuxent Ri 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Md 32 over Br of Middle Patuxent Ri carry?

About 29,475 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Md 32 over Br of Middle Patuxent Ri?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Md 32 over Br of Middle Patuxent Ri?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.