Franklin & 8th over B&o Railroad
FairDistrict of Columbia, District of Columbia · Frnklin ST NE over B& · Structure no. 0597
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 423 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Franklin & 8th over B&o Railroad is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Franklin & 8th over B&o Railroad in District of Columbia, District of Columbia. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 88 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 13,000 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,500 by 2027. The structure is 423 ft (128.9 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Franklin & 8th over B&o Railroad built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is Franklin & 8th over B&o Railroad 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Franklin & 8th over B&o Railroad carry?
About 13,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Franklin & 8th over B&o Railroad?
The structure is 423 ft (128.9 m) long with a longest span of 113 ft (34.4 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns Franklin & 8th over B&o Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.