Did you know? The oldest bridge in the NBI was built in 1697.
Did you know? The oldest bridge in the NBI was built in 1697.
Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
over BIG PATUXENT RIVER
0.8 MILES NORTH OF MD ROU
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This bridge has a Fair overall condition rating of 6 out of 9. While it is not classified as structurally deficient, it shows some deterioration that is being monitored.
The bridge carries 105,000 vehicles per day and is 73 years old (reconstructed in 1991).
Its sufficiency rating of 59.5 places it below the national average of 63.6.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 362 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 105,000 vehicles cross daily — very heavy traffic, high congestion risk.
The deck is 98 feet wide with multiple lanes — easy to stay in a center lane.
This bridge crosses over water. Focus on the road ahead — the water is far below.
This comfort score is designed to help individuals with bridge anxiety plan their travel. All bridges in the National Bridge Inventory are regularly inspected and deemed safe for travel. This is not medical advice — if you experience severe anxiety, please consult a healthcare professional.
Year Built
1953
73 years old (rebuilt 1991)
Structure Type
Concrete (Continuous) Tee Beam
Total Length
362 ft
110.3 m
Deck Width
98 ft
30.0 m
Spans
5
sections between supports
Max Span
78 ft
longest unsupported section (23.8 m)
Traffic Lanes
4 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
105,000vehicles/day
39.07067°N, 76.83019°W
Concrete (Continuous) Tee Beam
A concrete tee beam bridge uses T-shaped cross-section beams where the top flange serves as part of the deck, efficiently using concrete in both compression and tension.
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Data from the National Bridge Inventory (NBI), maintained by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
Data year: 2025. Conditions may have changed since the last inspection.
This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be used as the sole basis for any decisions related to bridge safety or transportation planning. Always consult official sources and local authorities for the most current data.