US Bridges

Is 70 over Semple Run

Good

Washington County, Maryland · 0.25 Mile West of Is 81 · Structure no. 100000210111020

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
204 ft
Daily traffic
45,040
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 70 over Semple Run is a concrete culvert carrying Is 70 over Semple Run in Washington County, Maryland. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 45,040 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 57,660 by 2029. The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIs 70
CrossesSemple Run
Location0.25 Mile West of Is 81
RouteInterstate 70
Coordinates39.61978, -77.78775
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating94 US tons
Inventory rating56 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadHS 20
Structure length204 ft (62.2 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic45,040 (2009)
Projected traffic57,660 by 2029
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Is 70 over Semple Run built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is Is 70 over Semple Run 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Is 70 over Semple Run carry?

About 45,040 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Is 70 over Semple Run?

The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns Is 70 over Semple Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.