US Bridges

Is 70 WB over Ramp D2 to Md 615

Fair

Washington County, Maryland · 0.85 Mile E of Md 144WB · Structure no. 100000210062010

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
148 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
38,542
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 70 WB over Ramp D2 to Md 615 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Is 70 WB over Ramp D2 to Md 615 in Washington County, Maryland. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 65 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 38,542 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,862 by 2029. The structure is 148 ft (45.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesIs 70 WB
CrossesRamp D2 to Md 615
Location0.85 Mile E of Md 144WB
RouteInterstate 70
CountyWashington County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.69031, -78.12828
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length148 ft (45.1 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,542 (2009)
Projected traffic48,862 by 2029
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Is 70 WB over Ramp D2 to Md 615 built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is Is 70 WB over Ramp D2 to Md 615 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 2025.

How much traffic does Is 70 WB over Ramp D2 to Md 615 carry?

About 38,542 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Is 70 WB over Ramp D2 to Md 615?

The structure is 148 ft (45.1 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Is 70 WB over Ramp D2 to Md 615?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.