Md 650 over Northwest Branch
FairPrince George's County, Maryland · 0.05 Mile South of Md 320 · Structure no. 100000160079010
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 1955
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 62 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 40,653
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 650 over Northwest Branch is a concrete arch - deck carrying Md 650 over Northwest Branch in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1955, so it is 86 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 40,653 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 49,604 by 2042. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 128 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
No coordinates are recorded for this structure.
Condition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 650 over Northwest Branch built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1955.
What condition is Md 650 over 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Md 650 over Northwest Branch carry?
About 40,653 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 650 over Northwest Branch?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 128 ft wide.
Who owns Md 650 over Northwest Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.