US Bridges

Md 953 over Lottsford Branch

Good

Prince George's County, Maryland · 0.54 Mile West of Md 193 · Structure no. 100000160216030

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
35 ft
Daily traffic
3,740
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 953 over Lottsford Branch is a steel culvert carrying Md 953 over Lottsford Branch in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 3,740 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,220 by 2026. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesMd 953
CrossesLottsford Branch
Location0.54 Mile West of Md 193
RouteState Highway 953
Coordinates38.94744, -76.80776
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,740 (2009)
Projected traffic4,220 by 2026
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Md 953 over Lottsford Branch built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 953 over Lottsford Branch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Md 953 over Lottsford Branch carry?

About 3,740 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 953 over Lottsford Branch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Md 953 over Lottsford Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.