US Bridges

Md 144A over Br of Middle Patuxent Ri

Fair

Howard County, Maryland · 1.5 Miles West of US 32 · Structure no. 100000130112030

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
23 ft
Daily traffic
3,451
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 144A over Br of Middle Patuxent Ri is a steel culvert carrying Md 144A over Br of Middle Patuxent Ri in Howard County, Maryland. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 3,451 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,278 by 2026. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesMd 144A
CrossesBr of Middle Patuxent Ri
Location1.5 Miles West of US 32
RouteState Highway 144A
CountyHoward County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.3095, -76.97908
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating75.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,451 (2013)
Projected traffic4,278 by 2026
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 144A over Br of Middle Patuxent Ri built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 144A over Br of Middle Patuxent Ri 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Md 144A over Br of Middle Patuxent Ri carry?

About 3,451 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 144A over Br of Middle Patuxent Ri?

The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Md 144A over Br of Middle Patuxent Ri?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.