Md 501 over Br of Northwest Branch
FairPrince George's County, Maryland · 0.82 Mile East of Md 212 · Structure no. 100000160074020
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 61 ft
- Daily traffic
- 13,360
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 501 over Br of Northwest Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Md 501 over Br of Northwest Branch in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 13,360 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,024 by 2026. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 501 over Br of Northwest Branch built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 501 over Br of Northwest 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Md 501 over Br of Northwest Branch carry?
About 13,360 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 501 over Br of Northwest Branch?
The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).
Who owns Md 501 over Br of Northwest Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.