US Bridges

Md 249 over ST Georges Creek

Fair

St. Mary's County, Maryland · 0.46 Mile S of Stark DR · Structure no. 100000180026010

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
402 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
1,530
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 249 over ST Georges Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Md 249 over ST Georges Creek in St. Mary's County, Maryland. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 1,530 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,412 by 2026. The structure is 402 ft (122.5 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

No coordinates are recorded for this structure.

CarriesMd 249
CrossesST Georges Creek
Location0.46 Mile S of Stark DR
RouteState Highway 249
CountySt. Mary's County
StateMaryland
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.5 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans10
Design loadH 20
Structure length402 ft (122.5 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,530 (2009)
Projected traffic2,412 by 2026
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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$908,000
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 249 over ST Georges Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 249 over ST Georges 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Md 249 over ST Georges Creek carry?

About 1,530 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 249 over ST Georges Creek?

The structure is 402 ft (122.5 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Md 249 over ST Georges Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.