US Bridges

Anacostia Freeway over S. Capitol Street S.E.

Good

District of Columbia, District of Columbia · Anacostia Frwy over S.Cap · Structure no. 1016(NB)

Built
1963
62 years old, rebuilt 2019
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
107 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
104,000
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Anacostia Freeway over S. Capitol Street S.E. is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Anacostia Freeway over S. Capitol Street S.E. in District of Columbia, District of Columbia. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 62 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 2027. The structure is 107 ft (32.6 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesAnacostia Freeway
CrossesS. Capitol Street S.E.
LocationAnacostia Frwy over S.Cap
RouteInterstate 295
Coordinates38.83854, -77.00886
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
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 rating97.1 US tons
Inventory rating75 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length107 ft (32.6 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.6 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width49 ft (14.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic104,000 (2018)
Projected traffic104,000 by 2027
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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$1 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Anacostia Freeway over S. Capitol Street S.E. built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.

What condition is Anacostia Freeway over S. Capitol Street 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Anacostia Freeway over S. Capitol Street S.E. carry?

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

How long is Anacostia Freeway over S. Capitol Street S.E.?

The structure is 107 ft (32.6 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.6 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Anacostia Freeway over S. Capitol Street S.E.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.