Is 81 SB over Norfolk Southern RR
FairWashington County, Maryland · 0.57 Mile North of Md 58 · Structure no. 100000210056012
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 174 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 63,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Is 81 SB over Norfolk Southern RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Is 81 SB over Norfolk Southern RR in Washington County, Maryland. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 67 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 5 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 63,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,536 by 2026. The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long and 46 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Is 81 SB over Norfolk Southern RR built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is Is 81 SB over Norfolk Southern RR 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Is 81 SB over Norfolk Southern RR carry?
About 63,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Is 81 SB over Norfolk Southern RR?
The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns Is 81 SB over Norfolk Southern RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.