US Bridges

Is 70 over Blackrock Creek

Good

Washington County, Maryland · 0.66 Mile East of Md 66 · Structure no. 100000210133020

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
350 ft
Daily traffic
58,600
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 70 over Blackrock Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Is 70 over Blackrock Creek in Washington County, Maryland. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 58,600 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 75,360 by 2026. The structure is 350 ft (106.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesIs 70
CrossesBlackrock Creek
Location0.66 Mile East of Md 66
RouteInterstate 70
Coordinates39.57996, -77.63042
Functional classRural 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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadHS 20
Structure length350 ft (106.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic58,600 (2009)
Projected traffic75,360 by 2026
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 Blackrock Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Is 70 over Blackrock Creek 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Is 70 over Blackrock Creek carry?

About 58,600 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Is 70 over Blackrock Creek?

The structure is 350 ft (106.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Is 70 over Blackrock Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.