US Bridges

Anacostia Freeway over Howard RD S.E.

Good

District of Columbia, District of Columbia · Anacostia over Howard RD · Structure no. 1008

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
109 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
95,000
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Anacostia Freeway over Howard RD S.E. is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Anacostia Freeway over Howard RD S.E. in District of Columbia, District of Columbia. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, younger 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 95,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 100,000 by 2025. The structure is 109 ft (33.1 m) long and 166 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesAnacostia Freeway
CrossesHoward RD S.E.
LocationAnacostia over Howard RD
RouteInterstate 295
Coordinates38.86357, -76.99647
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating46.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length109 ft (33.1 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.6 m)
Deck width166 ft (50.5 m)
Roadway width158 ft (48.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic95,000 (2018)
Projected traffic100,000 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4.5 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Anacostia Freeway over Howard RD S.E. built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Anacostia Freeway over Howard RD S.E. 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Anacostia Freeway over Howard RD S.E. carry?

About 95,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Anacostia Freeway over Howard RD S.E.?

The structure is 109 ft (33.1 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.6 m) and a deck 166 ft wide.

Who owns Anacostia Freeway over Howard RD S.E.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.