US Bridges

Md 367 over Bishopville Prong

FairPosted for load

Worcester County, Maryland · 0.05 Mile West of Md 368 · Structure no. 100000230013010

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
57 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,245
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 367 over Bishopville Prong is a concrete slab carrying Md 367 over Bishopville Prong in Worcester County, Maryland. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 5,245 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,400 by 2043. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesMd 367
CrossesBishopville Prong
Location0.05 Mile West of Md 368
RouteState Highway 367
CountyWorcester County
StateMaryland
Coordinates38.44223, -75.19436
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.5 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+1 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,245 (2023)
Projected traffic6,400 by 2043
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$99,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 367 over Bishopville Prong built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 367 over Bishopville Prong 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 Md 367 over Bishopville Prong carry?

About 5,245 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 367 over Bishopville Prong?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Md 367 over Bishopville Prong?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.