US Bridges

Anacostia Freeway over Suitland Pkwy S.E.

Good

District of Columbia, District of Columbia · Anacostia Frwy&suit P · Structure no. 1009

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 2022
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
217 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
104,000
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Anacostia Freeway over Suitland Pkwy S.E. is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Anacostia Freeway over Suitland Pkwy S.E. in District of Columbia, District of Columbia. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2022, 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 104,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 104,000 by 2025. The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long and 122 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesAnacostia Freeway
CrossesSuitland Pkwy S.E.
LocationAnacostia Frwy&suit P
RouteInterstate 295
Coordinates38.86296, -76.99961
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 rating60.7 US tons
Inventory rating46.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length217 ft (66.1 m)
Longest span127 ft (38.8 m)
Deck width122 ft (37.2 m)
Roadway width116 ft (35.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic104,000 (2018)
Projected traffic104,000 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure6
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$2.3 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Anacostia Freeway over Suitland Pkwy S.E. built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.

What condition is Anacostia Freeway over Suitland Pkwy 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 Suitland Pkwy S.E. carry?

About 104,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Anacostia Freeway over Suitland Pkwy S.E.?

The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long with a longest span of 127 ft (38.8 m) and a deck 122 ft wide.

Who owns Anacostia Freeway over Suitland Pkwy S.E.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.