US 40 WB over Antietam Creek
FairWashington County, Maryland · At Eastern Boulevard · Structure no. 100000210014014
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,558
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 40 WB over Antietam Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying US 40 WB over Antietam Creek in Washington County, Maryland. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 21,558 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,770 by 2045. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 40 WB over Antietam Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 40 WB over Antietam 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 40 WB over Antietam Creek carry?
About 21,558 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 40 WB over Antietam Creek?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 40 WB over Antietam Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.