US Bridges

Anacostia Freeway over Bicycle and Pedestrian

Good

District of Columbia, District of Columbia · Anacostia Freeway over · Structure no. 1009-2

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,400
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Anacostia Freeway over Bicycle and Pedestrian is a concrete culvert carrying Anacostia Freeway over Bicycle and Pedestrian in District of Columbia, District of Columbia. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 8,400 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,000 by 2027. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long and 32 ft wide.

CarriesAnacostia Freeway
CrossesBicycle and Pedestrian
LocationAnacostia Freeway over
RouteInterstate 295
Coordinates38.86366, -76.9995
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
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.1 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.9 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,400 (2020)
Projected traffic11,000 by 2027
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed—
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Anacostia Freeway over Bicycle and Pedestrian built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is Anacostia Freeway over Bicycle and Pedestrian 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 Bicycle and Pedestrian carry?

About 8,400 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Anacostia Freeway over Bicycle and Pedestrian?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.1 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Anacostia Freeway over Bicycle and Pedestrian?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.