US 301 SB over Md 290
FairKent County, Maryland · 0.99 M S of Cecil CO Line · Structure no. 100000140005012
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 163 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,710
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 301 SB over Md 290 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 301 SB over Md 290 in Kent County, Maryland. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 years old, older 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 9,710 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,565 by 2029. The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 301 SB over Md 290 built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 301 SB over Md 290 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 301 SB over Md 290 carry?
About 9,710 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 301 SB over Md 290?
The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US 301 SB over Md 290?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.