Mechanicsville RD over Chaptico Creek
GoodSt. Mary's County, Maryland · 0.7 MI N of Md RTE 234 · Structure no. 200000SM0137020
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 101 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,876
- 2009 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mechanicsville RD over Chaptico Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Mechanicsville RD over Chaptico Creek in St. Mary's County, Maryland. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 2,876 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,026 by 2029. The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 Mechanicsville RD over Chaptico Creek built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mechanicsville RD over Chaptico Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Mechanicsville RD over Chaptico Creek carry?
About 2,876 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Mechanicsville RD over Chaptico Creek?
The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m).
Who owns Mechanicsville RD over Chaptico Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.