US Bridges

US 40 Edmondson Av over Hilton Parkway

Fair

Baltimore city, Maryland · 0.1 MI E of Hilton Pkwy · Structure no. 200000BC2203040

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
67 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,309
2016 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 40 Edmondson Av over Hilton Parkway is a concrete frame carrying US 40 Edmondson Av over Hilton Parkway in Baltimore city, Maryland. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 4,309 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,013 by 2033. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long and 115 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 40 Edmondson Av
CrossesHilton Parkway
Location0.1 MI E of Hilton Pkwy
RouteU.S. Route 40
CountyBaltimore city
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.29397, -76.67258
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating81 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length67 ft (20.4 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width115 ft (35.1 m)
Roadway width97 ft (29.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,309 (2016)
Projected traffic5,013 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$58,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 40 Edmondson Av over Hilton Parkway built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 40 Edmondson Av over Hilton Parkway 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 40 Edmondson Av over Hilton Parkway carry?

About 4,309 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 40 Edmondson Av over Hilton Parkway?

The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 115 ft wide.

Who owns US 40 Edmondson Av over Hilton Parkway?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.