Md 291 over US 301
GoodKent County, Maryland · 0.08 Mile West of Md 701 · Structure no. 100000140030010
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 225 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,791
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 291 over US 301 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Md 291 over US 301 in Kent County, Maryland. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 2,791 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,057 by 2026. The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 291 over US 301 built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 291 over US 301 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 Md 291 over US 301 carry?
About 2,791 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is Md 291 over US 301?
The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Md 291 over US 301?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.