Is 70 WB over Pennsylvania Ave
GoodWashington County, Maryland · 0.24 Mile East of US 522 · Structure no. 100000210091014
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 139 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 37,440
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Is 70 WB over Pennsylvania Ave is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Is 70 WB over Pennsylvania Ave in Washington County, Maryland. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 60 years old, older than the Maryland average of 52.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 37,440 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 49,260 by 2029. The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Is 70 WB over Pennsylvania Ave built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is Is 70 WB over Pennsylvania Ave in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does Is 70 WB over Pennsylvania Ave carry?
About 37,440 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is Is 70 WB over Pennsylvania Ave?
The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns Is 70 WB over Pennsylvania Ave?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.