US Bridges

Jefferson Boulevar over Hamilton Run

FairPosted for load

Washington County, Maryland · 0.5 MI E Cannon Ave · Structure no. 200000W-H-40010

Built
1929
96 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,505
2009 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jefferson Boulevar over Hamilton Run is a concrete slab carrying Jefferson Boulevar over Hamilton Run in Washington County, Maryland. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 96 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 9,505 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,364 by 2031. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesJefferson Boulevar
CrossesHamilton Run
Location0.5 MI E Cannon Ave
RouteState Highway 64
CountyWashington County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.64208, -77.70427
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40 US tons
Inventory rating24.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,505 (2009)
Projected traffic16,364 by 2031
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Jefferson Boulevar over Hamilton Run built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is Jefferson Boulevar over Hamilton 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Jefferson Boulevar over Hamilton Run carry?

About 9,505 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Jefferson Boulevar over Hamilton Run?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Jefferson Boulevar over Hamilton Run?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.