US 301 SB over Md 5
FairPrince George's County, Maryland · 0.30 Mile South of Md 381 · Structure no. 100000160056010
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 159 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30,642
- 2006 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 301 SB over Md 5 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 301 SB over Md 5 in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 75 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 30,642 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,330 by 2026. The structure is 159 ft (48.5 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 301 SB over Md 5 built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is US 301 SB over Md 5 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 301 SB over Md 5 carry?
About 30,642 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 301 SB over Md 5?
The structure is 159 ft (48.5 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US 301 SB over Md 5?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.