US Bridges

Md 214 over Cabin Branch

Good

Prince George's County, Maryland · 0.37 Mile East of Md 332 · Structure no. 100000160250020

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
Daily traffic
53,991
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 214 over Cabin Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Md 214 over Cabin Branch in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 53,991 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 68,685 by 2026. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long.

CarriesMd 214
CrossesCabin Branch
Location0.37 Mile East of Md 332
RouteState Highway 214
Coordinates38.88733, -76.89281
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic53,991 (2009)
Projected traffic68,685 by 2026
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 214 over Cabin Branch built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 214 over Cabin 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Md 214 over Cabin Branch carry?

About 53,991 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 214 over Cabin Branch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns Md 214 over Cabin Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.