Governor Bridge Ro over Patuxent River
PoorClosed to trafficPrince George's County, Maryland · On Aa CO Line · Structure no. 200000P-0599010
- Built
- 1920
- 105 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 117 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,068
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Governor Bridge Ro over Patuxent River is a steel truss - thru carrying Governor Bridge Ro over Patuxent River in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1920 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 105 years old, older than the Maryland average of 52.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 7,068 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7,209 by 2039. The structure is 117 ft (35.8 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Governor Bridge Ro over Patuxent River built?
It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is Governor Bridge Ro over Patuxent River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does Governor Bridge Ro over Patuxent River carry?
About 7,068 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is Governor Bridge Ro over Patuxent River?
The structure is 117 ft (35.8 m) long with a longest span of 114 ft (34.7 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.
Who owns Governor Bridge Ro over Patuxent River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.