US Bridges

Auburn Avenue over Brier Ditch

FairPosted for load

Prince George's County, Maryland · 0.06 MI S of Riverdale RD · Structure no. 200000P-0297020

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
12,758
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Auburn Avenue over Brier Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Auburn Avenue over Brier Ditch in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 12,758 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,725 by 2045. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesAuburn Avenue
CrossesBrier Ditch
Location0.06 MI S of Riverdale RD
RouteCounty Highway 299
CountyPrince George's County
StateMaryland
Coordinates38.96512, -76.89646
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,758 (2023)
Projected traffic19,725 by 2045
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Auburn Avenue over Brier Ditch built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is Auburn Avenue over Brier Ditch 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does Auburn Avenue over Brier Ditch carry?

About 12,758 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Auburn Avenue over Brier Ditch?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Auburn Avenue over Brier Ditch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.