K Street N.W. over Rock Creek
FairDistrict of Columbia, District of Columbia · K ST over Rock Creek NW · Structure no. 0036(ROCK CR)
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 75 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 31,800
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K Street N.W. over Rock Creek is a concrete frame carrying K Street N.W. over Rock Creek in District of Columbia, District of Columbia. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 85 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 6 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 31,800 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,500 by 2027. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K Street N.W. over Rock Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is K Street N.W. over Rock Creek 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does K Street N.W. over Rock Creek carry?
About 31,800 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is K Street N.W. over Rock Creek?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.7 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns K Street N.W. over Rock Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.