US Bridges

US 40 Edmondson Av over Gwynns Falls CSX

Good

Baltimore city, Maryland · 0.2 MI E Hilton Pkwy · Structure no. 200000BC2202010

Built
1907
118 years old, rebuilt 2019
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
493 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,900
2007 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 40 Edmondson Av over Gwynns Falls CSX is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 40 Edmondson Av over Gwynns Falls CSX in Baltimore city, Maryland. It was built in 1907 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 118 years old, older than the Maryland average of 52.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,900 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,760 by 2027. The structure is 493 ft (150.2 m) long and 99 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 40 Edmondson Av
CrossesGwynns Falls CSX
Location0.2 MI E Hilton Pkwy
RouteU.S. Route 40
Coordinates39.29408, -76.67119
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length493 ft (150.2 m)
Longest span131 ft (39.9 m)
Deck width99 ft (30.2 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,900 (2007)
Projected traffic4,760 by 2027
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 40 Edmondson Av over Gwynns Falls CSX built?

It was built in 1907, making it 118 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.

What condition is US 40 Edmondson Av over Gwynns Falls CSX in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does US 40 Edmondson Av over Gwynns Falls CSX carry?

About 3,900 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 40 Edmondson Av over Gwynns Falls CSX?

The structure is 493 ft (150.2 m) long with a longest span of 131 ft (39.9 m) and a deck 99 ft wide.

Who owns US 40 Edmondson Av over Gwynns Falls CSX?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.