US Bridges

Md 193 over Branch of Indian Creek

Fair

Prince George's County, Maryland · At Md 430 · Structure no. 100000160076030

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
194 ft
Daily traffic
45,930
9 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 193 over Branch of Indian Creek is a steel culvert carrying Md 193 over Branch of Indian Creek in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 45,930 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,590 by 26. The structure is 194 ft (59.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesMd 193
CrossesBranch of Indian Creek
LocationAt Md 430
RouteState Highway 193
Coordinates38.99808, -76.92233
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadHS 20
Structure length194 ft (59.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic45,930 (9)
Projected traffic60,590 by 26
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 193 over Branch of Indian Creek built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 193 over Branch of Indian Creek 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Md 193 over Branch of Indian Creek carry?

About 45,930 vehicles per day (9 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 193 over Branch of Indian Creek?

The structure is 194 ft (59.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Md 193 over Branch of Indian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.