US Bridges

Governor Lane Boul over Tributary of Semple Run

Good

Washington County, Maryland · 1 MI N of Md RTE 68 · Structure no. 200000W-7002030

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,806
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Governor Lane Boul over Tributary of Semple Run is a steel culvert carrying Governor Lane Boul over Tributary of Semple Run in Washington County, Maryland. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 5,806 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,514 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesGovernor Lane Boul
CrossesTributary of Semple Run
Location1 MI N of Md RTE 68
RouteCounty Highway 667
CountyWashington County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.60336, -77.799
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 inspectionNovember 2023
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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,806 (2023)
Projected traffic9,514 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Governor Lane Boul over Tributary of Semple Run built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Governor Lane Boul over Tributary of 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Governor Lane Boul over Tributary of Semple Run carry?

About 5,806 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Governor Lane Boul over Tributary of Semple Run?

The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Governor Lane Boul over Tributary of Semple Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.