Md 197 over Bear Branch
FairPrince George's County, Maryland · 0.19 Mile South of Md 198 · Structure no. 100000160209020
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- Daily traffic
- 30,022
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 197 over Bear Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Md 197 over Bear Branch in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, younger 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 30,022 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,701 by 2026. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Md 197 over Bear Branch built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 197 over Bear 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 197 over Bear Branch carry?
About 30,022 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Md 197 over Bear Branch?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Md 197 over Bear Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.