14th Street S.W. over Outlet Channel S.W.
FairDistrict of Columbia, District of Columbia · 14th ST over Outlet Ch SW · Structure no. 0171-2
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1982
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 460 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
14th Street S.W. over Outlet Channel S.W. is a concrete tee beam carrying 14th Street S.W. over Outlet Channel S.W. in District of Columbia, District of Columbia. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1982, 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 35,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,000 by 2027. The structure is 460 ft (140.2 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 14th Street S.W. over Outlet Channel S.W. built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.
What condition is 14th Street S.W. over Outlet Channel S.W. 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does 14th Street S.W. over Outlet Channel S.W. carry?
About 35,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is 14th Street S.W. over Outlet Channel S.W.?
The structure is 460 ft (140.2 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.6 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.
Who owns 14th Street S.W. over Outlet Channel S.W.?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.