US Bridges

Independence Avenu over Maine Avenue

Good

District of Columbia, District of Columbia · 0.2 Miles East of Kutz Br · Structure no. 3400034P0000000

Built
1943
82 years old, rebuilt 2001
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
56 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
14,871
2007 count
Owner
Federal
National Park Service

About this bridge

Independence Avenu over Maine Avenue is a concrete frame carrying Independence Avenu over Maine Avenue in District of Columbia, District of Columbia. It was built in 1943 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 82 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 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 14,871 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,358 by 2027. The structure is 56 ft (17.2 m) long and 50 ft wide.

CarriesIndependence Avenu
CrossesMaine Avenue
Location0.2 Miles East of Kutz Br
RouteCity Street 502
Coordinates38.88703, -77.03561
Functional classUrban Local

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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length56 ft (17.2 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.2 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,871 (2007)
Projected traffic16,358 by 2027
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerNational Park Service
Maintained byNational Park Service
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$140,000 (2017 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Independence Avenu over Maine Avenue built?

It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.

What condition is Independence Avenu over Maine Avenue 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Independence Avenu over Maine Avenue carry?

About 14,871 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Independence Avenu over Maine Avenue?

The structure is 56 ft (17.2 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.2 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Independence Avenu over Maine Avenue?

It is owned by the National Park Service.