District Heights P over Southwest Branch
FairPrince George's County, Maryland · 1 MI E of County Road · Structure no. 200000P-D-01020
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,323
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
District Heights P over Southwest Branch is a concrete culvert carrying District Heights P over Southwest Branch in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 6 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 1,323 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,965 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was District Heights P over Southwest Branch built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is District Heights P over Southwest 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does District Heights P over Southwest Branch carry?
About 1,323 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is District Heights P over Southwest Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns District Heights P over Southwest Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency and maintained by the County Highway Agency.