Riverdale Road over NE Branch of Anacostia R
PoorPrince George's County, Maryland · 0.33 MI W of Md 201 · Structure no. 100000160069010
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 99 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,399
- 94 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Riverdale Road over NE Branch of Anacostia R is a concrete arch - deck carrying Riverdale Road over NE Branch of Anacostia R in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 years old, older than the Maryland average of 52.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 7,399 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,730 by 12. The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Riverdale Road over NE Branch of Anacostia R built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.
What condition is Riverdale Road over NE Branch of Anacostia R in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.
How much traffic does Riverdale Road over NE Branch of Anacostia R carry?
About 7,399 vehicles per day (94 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Riverdale Road over NE Branch of Anacostia R?
The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Riverdale Road over NE Branch of Anacostia R?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.