River Road over Big Annemessex River
GoodSomerset County, Maryland · 1.5 MI N of Kingston Road · Structure no. 200000S-0004010
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 202 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 484
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
River Road over Big Annemessex River is a concrete slab carrying River Road over Big Annemessex River in Somerset County, Maryland. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 484 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 652 by 2041. The structure is 202 ft (61.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was River Road over Big Annemessex River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is River Road over Big Annemessex River 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 River Road over Big Annemessex River carry?
About 484 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is River Road over Big Annemessex River?
The structure is 202 ft (61.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns River Road over Big Annemessex River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.