US 50/301 over Cox Creek
FairQueen Anne's County, Maryland · 1.02 Miles West of Md 18B · Structure no. 100000170004010
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 69 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 66,761
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50/301 over Cox Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 50/301 over Cox Creek in Queen Anne's County, Maryland. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 75 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 66,761 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 98,021 by 2029. The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long and 134 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50/301 over Cox Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is US 50/301 over Cox Creek 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 50/301 over Cox Creek carry?
About 66,761 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 50/301 over Cox Creek?
The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 134 ft wide.
Who owns US 50/301 over Cox Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.