Md 234 over Nelson Run
FairSt. Mary's County, Maryland · 0.43 Mile West of Md 5 · Structure no. 100000180037030
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- Daily traffic
- 9,701
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 234 over Nelson Run is a concrete culvert carrying Md 234 over Nelson Run in St. Mary's County, Maryland. It was built in 1950, 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 9,701 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,816 by 2026. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
No coordinates are recorded for this structure.
Condition and inspection
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 234 over Nelson Run built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 234 over Nelson Run 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Md 234 over Nelson Run carry?
About 9,701 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 234 over Nelson Run?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns Md 234 over Nelson Run?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.