US 50 over Trib to Potts Mill Creek
FairTalbot County, Maryland · 1.26 Miles E of Md 662B · Structure no. 100000200006020
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old, rebuilt 1961
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 31,938
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 over Trib to Potts Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 50 over Trib to Potts Mill Creek in Talbot County, Maryland. It was built in 1945 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 80 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 31,938 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,955 by 2026. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 US 50 over Trib to Potts Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.
What condition is US 50 over Trib to Potts Mill 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 50 over Trib to Potts Mill Creek carry?
About 31,938 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 50 over Trib to Potts Mill Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns US 50 over Trib to Potts Mill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.