Md 956 over Potomac River

Fair Condition59 years old7,150 vehicles/day

Location

StateMaryland
CountyAllegany
LocationOn West Virginia Line
CarriesMd 956
CrossesPotomac River
Coordinates39.56209, -78.84747

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck8 (Very Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length482.0 ft (146.9 m)
Max Span79.1 ft (24.1 m)
Deck Width37.1 ft (11.3 m)
Deck Area1660.0 sq m
Main Spans6
Year Built1967 (reconstructed 2016)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,150 (2013)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number100000010098010

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