Pennsylvania Ave over Csx&anacostia R&pa&m St.
FairDistrict of Columbia, District of Columbia · Penn Ave over Anacostia R · Structure no. 0054
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,476 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 38,600
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pennsylvania Ave over Csx&anacostia R&pa&m St. is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pennsylvania Ave over Csx&anacostia R&pa&m St. in District of Columbia, District of Columbia. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 83 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 38,600 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 95,000 by 2027. The structure is 1,476 ft (449.9 m) long and 92 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pennsylvania Ave over Csx&anacostia R&pa&m St. built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is Pennsylvania Ave over Csx&anacostia R&pa&m St. 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Pennsylvania Ave over Csx&anacostia R&pa&m St. carry?
About 38,600 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Pennsylvania Ave over Csx&anacostia R&pa&m St.?
The structure is 1,476 ft (449.9 m) long with a longest span of 154 ft (46.9 m) and a deck 92 ft wide.
Who owns Pennsylvania Ave over Csx&anacostia R&pa&m St.?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.