Sam Eig Highway over Muddy Branch Tributary
GoodMontgomery County, Maryland · 1 MI E of Muddy Branch RD · Structure no. 200000M-0228020
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- Daily traffic
- 34,353
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sam Eig Highway over Muddy Branch Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying Sam Eig Highway over Muddy Branch Tributary in Montgomery County, Maryland. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 34,353 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,966 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sam Eig Highway over Muddy Branch Tributary built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sam Eig Highway over Muddy Branch Tributary 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 2024.
How much traffic does Sam Eig Highway over Muddy Branch Tributary carry?
About 34,353 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Sam Eig Highway over Muddy Branch Tributary?
The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Sam Eig Highway over Muddy Branch Tributary?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.