US Bridges

Md 32 over Riv RD CSX Patapsco Riv

Good

Howard County, Maryland · On Carroll County Line · Structure no. 100000130157010

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
285 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,240
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 32 over Riv RD CSX Patapsco Riv is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Md 32 over Riv RD CSX Patapsco Riv in Howard County, Maryland. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 19,240 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,749 by 2026. The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesMd 32
CrossesRiv RD CSX Patapsco Riv
LocationOn Carroll County Line
RouteState Highway 32
Coordinates39.36205, -76.96726
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.5 US tons
Inventory rating41.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length285 ft (86.9 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,240 (2009)
Projected traffic22,749 by 2026
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 Riv RD CSX Patapsco Riv built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 32 over Riv RD CSX Patapsco Riv 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Md 32 over Riv RD CSX Patapsco Riv carry?

About 19,240 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Md 32 over Riv RD CSX Patapsco Riv?

The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns Md 32 over Riv RD CSX Patapsco Riv?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.