US 50 WB over Herring Creek
FairWorcester County, Maryland · 0.19 Mile West of Md 707A · Structure no. 100000230006014
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 85 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,431
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 WB over Herring Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 50 WB over Herring Creek in Worcester County, Maryland. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 21,431 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,248 by 2026. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 WB over Herring Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 WB over Herring Creek 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 2025.
How much traffic does US 50 WB over Herring Creek carry?
About 21,431 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 50 WB over Herring Creek?
The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 WB over Herring Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.