US Bridges

Md 197 over Horsepen Branch

Good

Prince George's County, Maryland · .25 M N of Rustic Hill DR · Structure no. 100000160021020

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
Daily traffic
26,322
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 197 over Horsepen Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Md 197 over Horsepen Branch in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 26,322 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,941 by 2026. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long.

CarriesMd 197
CrossesHorsepen Branch
Location.25 M N of Rustic Hill DR
RouteState Highway 197
Coordinates39.0036, -76.76113
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,322 (2009)
Projected traffic32,941 by 2026
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 197 over Horsepen Branch built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 197 over Horsepen Branch 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 2024.

How much traffic does Md 197 over Horsepen Branch carry?

About 26,322 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 197 over Horsepen Branch?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Md 197 over Horsepen Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.