US Bridges

Little Falls Parkw over Willet Branch

FairPosted for load

Montgomery County, Maryland · 0.1 MI S of Hillandale RD · Structure no. 200000M-PK02020

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
Daily traffic
17,373
2023 count
Owner
Local
Local Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency

About this bridge

Little Falls Parkw over Willet Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Little Falls Parkw over Willet Branch in Montgomery County, Maryland. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 17,373 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,271 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesLittle Falls Parkw
CrossesWillet Branch
Location0.1 MI S of Hillandale RD
CountyMontgomery County
StateMaryland
Coordinates38.97224, -77.09998
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating71 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadH 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,373 (2023)
Projected traffic19,271 by 2043
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$26,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Little Falls Parkw over Willet Branch built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is Little Falls Parkw over Willet 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Little Falls Parkw over Willet Branch carry?

About 17,373 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Little Falls Parkw over Willet Branch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m).

Who owns Little Falls Parkw over Willet Branch?

It is owned by the Local Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency and maintained by the County Highway Agency.