US 50 over AMTRAK WMATA
FairPrince George's County, Maryland · 0.74 Mile West of Is 95 · Structure no. 100000160114010
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 267 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 108,214
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 over AMTRAK WMATA is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 50 over AMTRAK WMATA in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1988, 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 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 108,214 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 164,020 by 2043. The structure is 267 ft (81.4 m) long and 140 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 over AMTRAK WMATA built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is US 50 over AMTRAK WMATA 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 50 over AMTRAK WMATA carry?
About 108,214 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 50 over AMTRAK WMATA?
The structure is 267 ft (81.4 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 140 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 over AMTRAK WMATA?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.