Md 726 over Md 4
GoodPrince George's County, Maryland · 0.20 Mile South of Md 4PA · Structure no. 100000160096010
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 221 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,599
- 2006 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 726 over Md 4 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Md 726 over Md 4 in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 66 years old, older than the Maryland average of 52.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,599 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,997 by 2026. The structure is 221 ft (67.4 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 726 over Md 4 built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is Md 726 over Md 4 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does Md 726 over Md 4 carry?
About 2,599 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 726 over Md 4?
The structure is 221 ft (67.4 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Md 726 over Md 4?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.