US Bridges

Bellows Spring Ele over Deep Run Creek

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Howard County, Maryland · Bellow Spring Elem School · Structure no. 200000HO0222010

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
122 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
500
2024 count
Owner
Local
Other Local Agency

About this bridge

Bellows Spring Ele over Deep Run Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bellows Spring Ele over Deep Run Creek 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 500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 620 by 2044. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesBellows Spring Ele
CrossesDeep Run Creek
LocationBellow Spring Elem School
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyHoward County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.20454, -76.78833
Functional classRural Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating90.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length122 ft (37.2 m)
Longest span117 ft (35.7 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.5 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic500 (2024)
Projected traffic620 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerOther Local Agency
Maintained byOther Local 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 Bellows Spring Ele over Deep Run Creek built?

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

What condition is Bellows Spring Ele over Deep Run Creek 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Bellows Spring Ele over Deep Run Creek carry?

About 500 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is Bellows Spring Ele over Deep Run Creek?

The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Bellows Spring Ele over Deep Run Creek?

It is owned by the Other Local Agency.