Mills Road over Sharmans Branch
GoodWashington County, Maryland · 0.6 MI S of Burnside DR · Structure no. 200000W-8001020
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 51 ft
- Daily traffic
- 965
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mills Road over Sharmans Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Mills Road over Sharmans Branch in Washington County, Maryland. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 965 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,300 by 2042. The structure is 51 ft (15.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mills Road over Sharmans Branch built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mills Road over Sharmans Branch 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Mills Road over Sharmans Branch carry?
About 965 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Mills Road over Sharmans Branch?
The structure is 51 ft (15.6 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Mills Road over Sharmans Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.