Is 70 WB over ST Paul RD
FairWashington County, Maryland · 1.84 Miles East of Md 68 · Structure no. 100000210102014
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 115 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40,770
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Is 70 WB over ST Paul RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Is 70 WB over ST Paul RD in Washington County, Maryland. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1973, 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 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 40,770 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,268 by 2026. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long and 41 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Is 70 WB over ST Paul RD built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is Is 70 WB over ST Paul RD 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Is 70 WB over ST Paul RD carry?
About 40,770 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Is 70 WB over ST Paul RD?
The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns Is 70 WB over ST Paul RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.