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Septic Truck Triggers Collapse of 1879 Carroll Road Bridge in Baltimore County

The 19th-century truss span is listed in Maryland’s Historic Bridge Inventory.

Overview

  • Fire officials said the bridge gave way as a septic truck crossed it, with crews dispatched around 5:20 p.m. to Carroll and Philpot roads in Phoenix.
  • No injuries or leaks were reported, and Maryland Department of the Environment personnel on scene reported no environmental risk at that time.
  • A large fallen tree further damaged the superstructure as responders worked to stabilize the site and pump sewage and fuel from the truck.
  • A crane is being arranged to remove the vehicle, the road remains closed, and drivers are being detoured around the area.
  • Coverage noted a failure of the wooden deck panels supported by the trusses, and officials said inspections and an investigation are underway.