Key Bridge over Whitehurst Frwy
FairDistrict of Columbia, District of Columbia · Whitehurst Frwy · Structure no. 0007
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 1,739 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 62,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Key Bridge over Whitehurst Frwy is a concrete arch - deck carrying Key Bridge over Whitehurst Frwy in District of Columbia, District of Columbia. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 100 years old, older than the District of Columbia average of 63.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 62,000 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 65,000 by 2040. The structure is 1,739 ft (529.9 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Key Bridge over Whitehurst Frwy built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is Key Bridge over Whitehurst Frwy in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does Key Bridge over Whitehurst Frwy carry?
About 62,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Key Bridge over Whitehurst Frwy?
The structure is 1,739 ft (529.9 m) long with a longest span of 208 ft (63.4 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.
Who owns Key Bridge over Whitehurst Frwy?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.