US Bridges

Resort Road over Unnamed Perennial Stream

Good

Howard County, Maryland · 1.0 MI North of US 40 · Structure no. 200000HO0284010

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Prestressed Concrete
Length
48 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,233
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Resort Road over Unnamed Perennial Stream is a prestressed concrete culvert carrying Resort Road over Unnamed Perennial Stream in Howard County, Maryland. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 1,233 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,233 by 2040. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesResort Road
CrossesUnnamed Perennial Stream
Location1.0 MI North of US 40
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyHoward County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.30456, -76.88553
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating98.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,233 (2020)
Projected traffic1,233 by 2040
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Resort Road over Unnamed Perennial Stream built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is Resort Road over Unnamed Perennial Stream 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Resort Road over Unnamed Perennial Stream carry?

About 1,233 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Resort Road over Unnamed Perennial Stream?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m).

Who owns Resort Road over Unnamed Perennial Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.