US Bridges

Md 193 over CSXT Metro 55th Avenue

Fair

Prince George's County, Maryland · 0.12 Mile East of Md 430 · Structure no. 100000160070010

Built
1942
83 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
247 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
37,382
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 193 over CSXT Metro 55th Avenue is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Md 193 over CSXT Metro 55th Avenue in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 83 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 5 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 37,382 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,613 by 2042. The structure is 247 ft (75.3 m) long and 83 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMd 193
CrossesCSXT Metro 55th Avenue
Location0.12 Mile East of Md 430
RouteState Highway 193
CountyPrince George's County
StateMaryland
Coordinates38.99821, -76.91981
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating93 US tons
Inventory rating56 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length247 ft (75.3 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.3 m)
Deck width83 ft (25.4 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,382 (2022)
Projected traffic45,613 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.4 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 193 over CSXT Metro 55th Avenue built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is Md 193 over CSXT Metro 55th Avenue 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 193 over CSXT Metro 55th Avenue carry?

About 37,382 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 193 over CSXT Metro 55th Avenue?

The structure is 247 ft (75.3 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.

Who owns Md 193 over CSXT Metro 55th Avenue?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.