Pfefferkorn Road over Middle Patuxent River

Poor Condition91 years old1,454 vehicles/day

Location

StateMaryland
CountyHoward
Location1 Mi S Of Md RTE 144
CarriesPfefferkorn Road
CrossesMiddle Patuxent River
Coordinates39.29841, -76.98931

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignGirder and Floorbeam
Total Length36.1 ft (11 m)
Max Span34.1 ft (10.4 m)
Deck Width22.0 ft (6.7 m)
Deck Area73.7 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1935 (reconstructed 1979)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,454 (2024)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection324
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number200000HO0031010

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