US Bridges

US 13 SB over Leonard Pond Run

Fair

Wicomico County, Maryland · 0.4 Mile South of Md 675B · Structure no. 100000220002012

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
79 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
38,793
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 13 SB over Leonard Pond Run is a concrete tee beam carrying US 13 SB over Leonard Pond Run in Wicomico County, Maryland. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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.

It carries about 38,793 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,662 by 2026. The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 13 SB
CrossesLeonard Pond Run
Location0.4 Mile South of Md 675B
RouteU.S. Route 13
CountyWicomico County
StateMaryland
Coordinates38.42359, -75.56462
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length79 ft (24.1 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,793 (2009)
Projected traffic23,662 by 2026
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$191,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 13 SB over Leonard Pond Run built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 13 SB over Leonard Pond 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 13 SB over Leonard Pond Run carry?

About 38,793 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 13 SB over Leonard Pond Run?

The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns US 13 SB over Leonard Pond Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.