Military Road over Rock Creek & Beach D
GoodDistrict of Columbia, District of Columbia · Military RD over Rock CR · Structure no. 0229
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 220 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,800
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Military Road over Rock Creek & Beach D is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Military Road over Rock Creek & Beach D in District of Columbia, District of Columbia. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 69 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 25,800 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,800 by 2027. The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 72 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Military Road over Rock Creek & Beach D built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is Military Road over Rock Creek & Beach D 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Military Road over Rock Creek & Beach D carry?
About 25,800 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Military Road over Rock Creek & Beach D?
The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 83 ft (25.3 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.
Who owns Military Road over Rock Creek & Beach D?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.