US Bridges

William Beanes RD over Federal Spring Branch

Fair

Prince George's County, Maryland · 1.1 MI East of Osborne RD · Structure no. 200000P-0507020

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
763
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

William Beanes RD over Federal Spring Branch is a concrete culvert carrying William Beanes RD over Federal Spring Branch in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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.

It carries about 763 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,140 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesWilliam Beanes RD
CrossesFederal Spring Branch
Location1.1 MI East of Osborne RD
RouteCounty Highway 4290
CountyPrince George's County
StateMaryland
Coordinates38.81259, -76.79712
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 inspectionMay 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68 US tons
Inventory rating39.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic763 (2023)
Projected traffic1,140 by 2043
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 William Beanes RD over Federal Spring Branch built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is William Beanes RD over Federal Spring 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 2023.

How much traffic does William Beanes RD over Federal Spring Branch carry?

About 763 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is William Beanes RD over Federal Spring Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns William Beanes RD over Federal Spring Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.