Md 610 over Birch Branch
FairWorcester County, Maryland · 2.11 Miles West of US 113 · Structure no. 100000230038030
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 24 ft
- Daily traffic
- 4,731
- 2006 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 610 over Birch Branch is a steel culvert carrying Md 610 over Birch Branch in Worcester County, Maryland. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 6 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 4,731 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,455 by 2026. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 610 over Birch Branch built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 610 over Birch Branch 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 2023.
How much traffic does Md 610 over Birch Branch carry?
About 4,731 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 610 over Birch Branch?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Md 610 over Birch Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.