US Bridges

Chantilly Lane over Lottsford Branch

Fair

Prince George's County, Maryland · 0.63 MI West of Md 193 · Structure no. 200000P-0274030

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
63 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,309
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Chantilly Lane over Lottsford Branch is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Chantilly Lane over Lottsford 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 2,309 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,440 by 2040. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesChantilly Lane
CrossesLottsford Branch
Location0.63 MI West of Md 193
RouteCounty Highway 3131
Coordinates38.94259, -76.81132
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating87 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length63 ft (19.2 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,309 (2020)
Projected traffic3,440 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Chantilly Lane over Lottsford Branch built?

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

What condition is Chantilly Lane over Lottsford 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Chantilly Lane over Lottsford Branch carry?

About 2,309 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Chantilly Lane over Lottsford Branch?

The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m).

Who owns Chantilly Lane over Lottsford Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.