Sheppards Crossing over Pocomoke River

Fair Condition32 years old370 vehicles/day

Location

StateMaryland
CountyWicomico
Location0.75 Mi E Bethel RD
CarriesSheppards Crossing
CrossesPocomoke River
Coordinates38.44098, -75.33681

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialWood or Timber
DesignSlab
Total Length104.0 ft (31.7 m)
Max Span20.0 ft (6.1 m)
Deck Width23.6 ft (7.2 m)
Deck Area228.2 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1994

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic370 (2021)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number200000WI1511010

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