Serpentine Way over Paint Branch Tributary
GoodMontgomery County, Maryland · 0.7 Miles West of US 29 · Structure no. 200000M-0385030
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 21 ft
- Daily traffic
- 3,476
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Serpentine Way over Paint Branch Tributary is a steel culvert carrying Serpentine Way over Paint Branch Tributary in Montgomery County, Maryland. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, younger than the Maryland average of 52.6 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 3,476 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,730 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Serpentine Way over Paint Branch Tributary built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is Serpentine Way over Paint Branch Tributary 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 Serpentine Way over Paint Branch Tributary carry?
About 3,476 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Serpentine Way over Paint Branch Tributary?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Serpentine Way over Paint Branch Tributary?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.