East Capitol ST over Anacostia River & Pa
GoodDistrict of Columbia, District of Columbia · Anacostia River at E Cap · Structure no. 0233
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 2020
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel
- Length
- 1,798 ft
- 15 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 42,100
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
East Capitol ST over Anacostia River & Pa is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying East Capitol ST over Anacostia River & Pa in District of Columbia, District of Columbia. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 70 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 42,100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,000 by 2027. The structure is 1,798 ft (548 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was East Capitol ST over Anacostia River & Pa built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.
What condition is East Capitol ST over Anacostia River & Pa 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does East Capitol ST over Anacostia River & Pa carry?
About 42,100 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is East Capitol ST over Anacostia River & Pa?
The structure is 1,798 ft (548 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.
Who owns East Capitol ST over Anacostia River & Pa?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.