Md 291 over Br of Chester River
FairKent County, Maryland · 0.5 Mile East of Md 298 · Structure no. 100000140028020
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,571
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 291 over Br of Chester River is a concrete culvert carrying Md 291 over Br of Chester River 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 6 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 3,571 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,994 by 2026. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 291 over Br of Chester River built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 291 over Br of 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does Md 291 over Br of Chester River carry?
About 3,571 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 291 over Br of Chester River?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Md 291 over Br of Chester River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.