Md 216 over US 29
GoodHoward County, Maryland · .16 M N of Ice Crystal DR · Structure no. 100000130152014
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 295 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,672
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 216 over US 29 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Md 216 over US 29 in Howard County, Maryland. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 17,672 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,994 by 2026. The structure is 295 ft (89.9 m) long and 38 ft wide.
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 216 over US 29 built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 216 over US 29 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Md 216 over US 29 carry?
About 17,672 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Md 216 over US 29?
The structure is 295 ft (89.9 m) long with a longest span of 145 ft (44.2 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Md 216 over US 29?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.