US Bridges

Greenbelt Metro DR over Indian Creek

GoodPosted for load

Prince George's County, Maryland · 500FT NW of Cherrywood LA · Structure no. 200000P-GR02020

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
70 ft
Daily traffic
2,416
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Greenbelt Metro DR over Indian Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Greenbelt Metro DR over Indian Creek in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Maryland average of 52.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,416 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,590 by 2043. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesGreenbelt Metro DR
CrossesIndian Creek
Location500FT NW of Cherrywood LA
RouteCity Street 0
CountyPrince George's County
StateMaryland
Coordinates39.01102, -76.90412
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating62.9 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans0
Design loadUnknown
Structure length70 ft (21.3 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width62 ft (18.9 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,416 (2023)
Projected traffic3,590 by 2043
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Greenbelt Metro DR over Indian Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Greenbelt Metro DR over Indian Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does Greenbelt Metro DR over Indian Creek carry?

About 2,416 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Greenbelt Metro DR over Indian Creek?

The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns Greenbelt Metro DR over Indian Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.