Md 500 over Northwest Branch
FairPrince George's County, Maryland · 0.12 Mile East of Md 501 · Structure no. 100000160248030
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 24 ft
- Daily traffic
- 41,631
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Md 500 over Northwest Branch is a steel culvert carrying Md 500 over Northwest Branch in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 41,631 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,997 by 2026. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 500 over Northwest Branch built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Md 500 over Northwest 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Md 500 over Northwest Branch carry?
About 41,631 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Md 500 over Northwest Branch?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Md 500 over Northwest Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.