US Bridges

Md 32 EB over CSX Transportation

Fair

Howard County, Maryland · On Anne Arundel CO Line · Structure no. 100000130115013

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
302 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
81,833
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 32 EB over CSX Transportation is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Md 32 EB over CSX Transportation 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 5 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 81,833 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 112,189 by 2044. The structure is 302 ft (92.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMd 32 EB
CrossesCSX Transportation
LocationOn Anne Arundel CO Line
RouteState Highway 32
CountyHoward County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.12568, -76.79077
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.5 US tons
Inventory rating49.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length302 ft (92.1 m)
Longest span158 ft (48.2 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic81,833 (2024)
Projected traffic112,189 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 32 EB over CSX Transportation built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 32 EB over CSX Transportation 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Md 32 EB over CSX Transportation carry?

About 81,833 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 32 EB over CSX Transportation?

The structure is 302 ft (92.1 m) long with a longest span of 158 ft (48.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Md 32 EB over CSX Transportation?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.