Md 704 over Cattail Branch
FairPrince George's County, Maryland · 0.52 Mile West of Md 202 · Structure no. 100000160083010
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 32,660
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 704 over Cattail Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Md 704 over Cattail Branch in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1970, 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 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 32,660 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,665 by 2038. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 101 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 704 over Cattail Branch built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is Md 704 over Cattail 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 2024.
How much traffic does Md 704 over Cattail Branch carry?
About 32,660 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 704 over Cattail Branch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 101 ft wide.
Who owns Md 704 over Cattail Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.