Md 56 over Little Conococheague Cre
FairPosted for loadWashington County, Maryland · 0.88 Mile West of Md 68 · Structure no. 100000210023010
- Built
- 1907
- 118 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 681
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 56 over Little Conococheague Cre is a concrete arch - deck carrying Md 56 over Little Conococheague Cre in Washington County, Maryland. It was built in 1907, so it is 118 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 681 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 774 by 2026. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 Md 56 over Little Conococheague Cre built?
It was built in 1907, making it 118 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 56 over Little Conococheague Cre 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Md 56 over Little Conococheague Cre carry?
About 681 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 56 over Little Conococheague Cre?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.
Who owns Md 56 over Little Conococheague Cre?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.