US 301 NB over Western Branch
FairPrince George's County, Maryland · 0.12 Mile S of Md 976C · Structure no. 100000160054011
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 139 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35,812
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 301 NB over Western Branch is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 301 NB over Western Branch in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1986, 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 35,812 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,090 by 2026. The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
No coordinates are recorded for this structure.
Condition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 301 NB over Western Branch built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is US 301 NB 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 301 NB over Western Branch carry?
About 35,812 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 301 NB over Western Branch?
The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 301 NB over Western Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.