US Bridges

Md 213 over Chester River

Fair

Kent County, Maryland · On Queen Annes CO Line · Structure no. 100000140027010

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Movable - Bascule
Steel
Length
1,465 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
13,835
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 213 over Chester River is a steel movable - bascule carrying Md 213 over Chester River in Kent County, Maryland. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 95 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 13,835 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,942 by 2042. The structure is 1,465 ft (446.5 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesMd 213
CrossesChester River
LocationOn Queen Annes CO Line
RouteState Highway 213
CountyKent County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.20651, -76.0572
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 inspectionSeptember 2023
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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

Structure typeMovable - Bascule
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+38 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,465 ft (446.5 m)
Longest span76 ft (23.2 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,835 (2022)
Projected traffic14,942 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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$3 million
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 213 over Chester River built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is Md 213 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Md 213 over Chester River carry?

About 13,835 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Md 213 over Chester River?

The structure is 1,465 ft (446.5 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Md 213 over Chester River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.