US 1 over Bear Branch
GoodPrince George's County, Maryland · 0.7 Mile South of Md 198 · Structure no. 100000160217030
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 51 ft
- Daily traffic
- 35,712
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 1 over Bear Branch is a steel culvert carrying US 1 over Bear Branch in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1985 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 40 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 35,712 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,127 by 2026. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
No coordinates are recorded for this structure.
Condition and inspection
All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 1 over Bear Branch built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is US 1 over Bear 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 1 over Bear Branch carry?
About 35,712 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 1 over Bear Branch?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 1 over Bear Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.