US Bridges

Md 5 over Branch of Mcintosh Run

Good

St. Mary's County, Maryland · .652 Mile South of Md 243 · Structure no. 100000180039030

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
20 ft
Daily traffic
22,220
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 5 over Branch of Mcintosh Run is a steel culvert carrying Md 5 over Branch of Mcintosh Run in St. Mary's County, Maryland. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 22,220 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30,220 by 2026. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesMd 5
CrossesBranch of Mcintosh Run
Location.652 Mile South of Md 243
RouteState Highway 5
CountySt. Mary's County
StateMaryland
Coordinates38.30137, -76.64759
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadUnknown
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,220 (2009)
Projected traffic30,220 by 2026
Trucks—
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 5 over Branch of Mcintosh Run built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 5 over Branch of Mcintosh Run 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Md 5 over Branch of Mcintosh Run carry?

About 22,220 vehicles per day (2009 count).

How long is Md 5 over Branch of Mcintosh Run?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Md 5 over Branch of Mcintosh Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.