US 13 Bus over East Branch Wicomico Riv
FairPosted for loadWicomico County, Maryland · 0.18 Mile S of US 50BU · Structure no. 100000220004010
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 44 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 31,844
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 13 Bus over East Branch Wicomico Riv is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 13 Bus over East Branch Wicomico Riv in Wicomico County, Maryland. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 31,844 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,445 by 2044. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 13 Bus over East Branch Wicomico Riv built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 13 Bus over East Branch Wicomico Riv 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 13 Bus over East Branch Wicomico Riv carry?
About 31,844 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 13 Bus over East Branch Wicomico Riv?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns US 13 Bus over East Branch Wicomico Riv?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.