Hess Road over Little Gunpowder Falls

Good Condition48 years old2,699 vehicles/day

Location

StateMaryland
CountyBaltimore
Location1.8 Mi E Old York Road
CarriesHess Road
CrossesLittle Gunpowder Falls
Coordinates39.55782, -76.53206

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck8 (Very Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical7 — Countermeasures installed

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignTruss - Thru
Total Length69.6 ft (21.2 m)
Max Span64.0 ft (19.5 m)
Deck Width17.4 ft (5.3 m)
Deck Area112.4 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1978 (reconstructed 2015)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,699 (2023)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number200000B-0010010

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