US Bridges

Russell St. SB Ram over Walkway

Good

Baltimore city, Maryland · Under Is 95 · Structure no. 200000BC8002010

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
138 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,500
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Russell St. SB Ram over Walkway is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Russell St. SB Ram over Walkway in Baltimore city, Maryland. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 13,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,600 by 2037. The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesRussell St. SB Ram
CrossesWalkway
LocationUnder Is 95
RouteInterstate 95
Coordinates39.27031, -76.63528
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89.5 US tons
Inventory rating53.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length138 ft (42.1 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.3 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,500 (2017)
Projected traffic16,600 by 2037
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$376,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Russell St. SB Ram over Walkway built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Russell St. SB Ram over Walkway 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Russell St. SB Ram over Walkway carry?

About 13,500 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Russell St. SB Ram over Walkway?

The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Russell St. SB Ram over Walkway?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.