US Bridges

Md 290 over Chester River

Fair

Kent County, Maryland · On Queen Annes CO Line · Structure no. 100000140013010

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
367 ft
11 main spans
Daily traffic
2,011
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 290 over Chester River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Md 290 over Chester River in Kent County, Maryland. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 2,011 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,595 by 2026. The structure is 367 ft (111.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesMd 290
CrossesChester River
LocationOn Queen Annes CO Line
RouteState Highway 290
CountyKent County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.24456, -75.92465
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans11
Design loadH 20
Structure length367 ft (111.9 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,011 (2009)
Projected traffic2,595 by 2026
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$756,000
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 290 over Chester River built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 290 over Chester River 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Md 290 over Chester River carry?

About 2,011 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 290 over Chester River?

The structure is 367 ft (111.9 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Md 290 over Chester River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.