US Bridges

Md 202 over Western Branch

Fair

Prince George's County, Maryland · 0.79 Mile North of Md 193 · Structure no. 100000160031020

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
74 ft
Daily traffic
26,592
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 202 over Western Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Md 202 over Western Branch in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 26,592 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,916 by 2026. The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesMd 202
CrossesWestern Branch
Location0.79 Mile North of Md 193
RouteState Highway 202
CountyPrince George's County
StateMaryland
Coordinates38.87551, -76.79849
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70.4 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadHS 20
Structure length74 ft (22.6 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,592 (2009)
Projected traffic27,916 by 2026
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
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 202 over Western Branch built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 202 over Western 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Md 202 over Western Branch carry?

About 26,592 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 202 over Western Branch?

The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns Md 202 over Western Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.