US 50 over US 50PA
FairPrince George's County, Maryland · 0.52 Mile West of Is 95 · Structure no. 100000160113010
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 178 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 91,392
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 over US 50PA is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 50 over US 50PA in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 64 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 91,392 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 128,366 by 2026. The structure is 178 ft (54.3 m) long and 128 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 US 50 over US 50PA built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is US 50 over US 50PA 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 50 over US 50PA carry?
About 91,392 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 50 over US 50PA?
The structure is 178 ft (54.3 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 128 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 over US 50PA?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.