US Bridges

Md 221A NE Ramp 2 over Trib to Southwest Branch

Good

Prince George's County, Maryland · 0.07 Mile South of Is 95 · Structure no. 100000160279030

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
Daily traffic
8,391
2006 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Md 221A NE Ramp 2 over Trib to Southwest Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Md 221A NE Ramp 2 over Trib to Southwest Branch in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 8,391 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,675 by 2026. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long.

CarriesMd 221A NE Ramp 2
CrossesTrib to Southwest Branch
Location0.07 Mile South of Is 95
RouteState Highway 221A
Coordinates38.86873, -76.84307
Functional classUrban Minor 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating91.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,391 (2006)
Projected traffic9,675 by 2026
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 221A NE Ramp 2 over Trib to Southwest Branch built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Md 221A NE Ramp 2 over Trib to Southwest 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Md 221A NE Ramp 2 over Trib to Southwest Branch carry?

About 8,391 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Md 221A NE Ramp 2 over Trib to Southwest Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Md 221A NE Ramp 2 over Trib to Southwest Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.