US Bridges

Md 695 over Patapsco River

FairClosed to traffic

Baltimore city, Maryland · I-695 over Patapsco River · Structure no. 300000BCZ472010

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel Continuous
Length
9,091 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
30,767
2019 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Md 695 over Patapsco River is a steel continuous truss - thru carrying Md 695 over Patapsco River in Baltimore city, Maryland. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 30,767 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,863 by 2041. The structure is 9,091 ft (2,770.9 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

Location

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CarriesMd 695
CrossesPatapsco River
LocationI-695 over Patapsco River
RouteInterstate 695
CountyBaltimore city
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.20974, -76.53947
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.8 US tons
Inventory rating28.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+34 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length9,091 ft (2,770.9 m)
Longest span1,200 ft (365.8 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.7 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck15 ft (4.6 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,767 (2019)
Projected traffic32,863 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 km)
TollToll bridge
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 695 over Patapsco River built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 695 over Patapsco River 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Md 695 over Patapsco River carry?

About 30,767 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Md 695 over Patapsco River?

The structure is 9,091 ft (2,770.9 m) long with a longest span of 1,200 ft (365.8 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns Md 695 over Patapsco River?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.