US Bridges

Md 632 over ST James Run

Fair

Washington County, Maryland · 0.02 Mile South of Is 70 · Structure no. 100000210116020

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
201 ft
Daily traffic
5,601
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 632 over ST James Run is a concrete culvert carrying Md 632 over ST James 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 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 5,601 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,931 by 2026. The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesMd 632
CrossesST James Run
Location0.02 Mile South of Is 70
RouteState Highway 632
CountyWashington County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.60625, -77.75427
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadHS 20
Structure length201 ft (61.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck18 ft (5.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,601 (2009)
Projected traffic6,931 by 2026
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Md 632 over ST James Run built?

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

What condition is Md 632 over ST James Run 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Md 632 over ST James Run carry?

About 5,601 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 632 over ST James Run?

The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Md 632 over ST James Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.