FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

OLD MT PLEASANT RD

Carrying OLD MT PLEASANT RD over EVITTS CREEK

1.48 MILES NE OF I-68, Allegany, Maryland

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Poor
65 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: OLD MT PLEASANT RD

The OLD MT PLEASANT RD bridge in Allegany, Maryland carries OLD MT PLEASANT RD over EVITTS CREEK. It was built in 1952, making it 74 years old today. It was last reconstructed in 1974, extending its service life. The structure is built primarily of steel and spans 2 sections, stretching 26.4 meters (87 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 244 vehicles, placing it in the lower-traffic tier of Maryland bridges. It is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 5/9, superstructure at 4/9, substructure at 6/9. The weakest component sits in poor condition. At least one major component here scores 4 or below, which produces a Poor condition classification under FHWA's current reporting rules. Its NBI inventory load rating is 64.9 metric tons.

Sourced from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for refresh cadence and NBI release vintage.

How OLD MT PLEASANT RD compares

▲ 13.8
Load rating vs Maryland average (51.1 t)
Top 23%
Higher load rating than 77% of Maryland bridges
245
Bridges in Allegany · 15 in Poor condition
OLD MT PLEASANT RD 64.9 t
Maryland average 51.1 t

Live comparison across Maryland.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
50.9 / 100 - historical 50–79.9 band
Structural adequacy /55
30.0
Serviceability /30
8.0
Essentiality /15
14.9
Special reductions
−2.0

FHWA discontinued this calculated item; it does not determine current condition, funding eligibility, posting, or closure. How the historical reference is calculated.

Condition Ratings

Deck
5/9
Fair (5–6)
Superstructure
4/9
Poor (1–4)
Substructure
6/9
Fair (5–6)
Inventory Load Rating
64.9 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Poor

Full 0–9 scale + sufficiency-rating breakdown: how condition ratings work.

Structural Details

Year Built
1952
Last Reconstructed
1974
Material
Steel
Number of Spans
2
Structure Length
26.4 m (87 ft)
Deck Width
5.7 m (19 ft)
Owner
County Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
244 vehicles/day
Structure Number
200000A-0091010

Condition Analysis

  • The deck (driving surface) is in fair condition (5/9), with minor deterioration that may require routine maintenance.
  • The superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) is in poor condition (4/9), showing advanced deterioration that may require priority repair.
  • At 6/9, the substructure (piers and abutments) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.

How to read this record

OLD MT PLEASANT RD is in the federal Poor condition category. That is a component-based result, not a closure order.

  • NBI condition ratings reflect the latest record in this annual dataset, not a live status. Current routine inspection intervals are risk-based.
  • Understand what Poor condition does and does not mean before drawing conclusions. Poor condition explained
  • Compare OLD MT PLEASANT RD against other structures in Allegany and across Maryland. Maryland bridges
  • Noticed visible damage or a safety concern? Report it to the agency that owns the bridge, or call 911 in an emergency. How to report a bridge

Condition codes come straight from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory and are not a real-time safety judgment. Only the owning agency, a state DOT, county, or other owner, can post, restrict, or close a bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the condition ratings mean for OLD MT PLEASANT RD?

OLD MT PLEASANT RD in Allegany, Maryland has a deck rating of 5/9, superstructure rating of 4/9, and substructure rating of 6/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is OLD MT PLEASANT RD inspected?

OLD MT PLEASANT RD's responsible agency sets its routine interval under FHWA's risk-based inspection rules; this page does not expose the scheduled interval. It carries about 244 vehicles per day.

What does “structurally deficient” mean in older bridge reports?

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. OLD MT PLEASANT RD is currently shown as Poor condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for OLD MT PLEASANT RD?

OLD MT PLEASANT RD has an NBI inventory load rating of 64.9 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining OLD MT PLEASANT RD?

OLD MT PLEASANT RD is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

How old is OLD MT PLEASANT RD and does age affect safety?

OLD MT PLEASANT RD was built in 1952, making it 74 years old and last reconstructed in 1974.

Disclaimer: Bridge condition data is from the FHWA NBI and reflects the last reported inspection. A Poor condition rating is not a live declaration that a bridge is closed or unsafe for travel. For current closure, posting, or safety information, contact the responsible transportation agency.

Data sourced from the Federal Highway Administration National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainBridges

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