Md 396 over Little Falls Branch
FairMontgomery County, Maryland · 0.69 Mile West of Wash DC · Structure no. 100000150057010
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 15,581
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 396 over Little Falls Branch is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Md 396 over Little Falls Branch in Montgomery County, Maryland. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 94 years old, older than the Maryland average of 52.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 15,581 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,487 by 2026. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 106 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 396 over Little Falls Branch built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is Md 396 over Little Falls Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does Md 396 over Little Falls Branch carry?
About 15,581 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 396 over Little Falls Branch?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 106 ft wide.
Who owns Md 396 over Little Falls Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.