Md 51 over C&o Canal

Fair Condition94 years old1,642 vehicles/day

Location

StateMaryland
CountyAllegany
Location0.64 Mi W Of W Va Line
CarriesMd 51
CrossesC&o Canal
Coordinates39.54387, -78.46167

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck8 (Very Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignTruss - Thru
Total Length91.9 ft (28 m)
Max Span88.9 ft (27.1 m)
Deck Width27.9 ft (8.5 m)
Deck Area238 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1932 (reconstructed 2021)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,642 (2018)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number100000010048010

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