Truck Inspection Facility Reopens On I-83 in Maryland

The commercial vehicle safety inspection station on southbound Interstate 83 in Parkton, Md., has been reopened for service for the first time since early 2013. The facility had been closed for a $3.2 million renovation.

The facility is located between Baltimore and the Pennsylvania state line. It now includes an inspection pit and parking for vehicles which were placed out of service as well as modernized facilities for the Maryland State Police employees who run the station.

“Identifying safety violations on commercial trucks and ensuring they are repaired before returning to the highway keeps all travelers safe,” said Melinda Peters, administrator of the Maryland State Highway Administration.

There are 19 inspection stations in Maryland including eight on interstate and 11 on non-interstate roads. Thirteen of the stations are run by the state police and the Maryland Transport Authority runs inspection stations on toll roads.

“All of these safety requirements benefit the entire traveling public including truck drivers,” said Lt. Col. Anthony Satchel of the Maryland State Police. “By improving the efficiency, equipment and conditions at Parkton, we also improve the safety of the troopers and inspectors as well.”