BRIDGESPOTTING

Parkton Stone Arch, Maryland

The Parkton Stone Bridge is the recognized as the oldest bridge in the state of Maryland, constructed in 1809. The bridge continued to carry traffic until about 2019, although the traffic was limited to cars entering a parking lot for a bike trail. In or around 2019, even that traffic was closed off, and a neighbor reported that the state intended to renovate it, but there is no indication that this is happening. As of 2024, the bridge is still open for pedestrians and bicycles.