Marshall Drive over North Capitol Street
GoodDistrict of Columbia, District of Columbia · Access RD over N Cap ST · Structure no. 0042
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 2005
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 97 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Marshall Drive over North Capitol Street is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Marshall Drive over North Capitol Street in District of Columbia, District of Columbia. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 65 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,500 by 2027. The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Marshall Drive over North Capitol Street built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.
What condition is Marshall Drive over North Capitol Street in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does Marshall Drive over North Capitol Street carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Marshall Drive over North Capitol Street?
The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.2 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Marshall Drive over North Capitol Street?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.