North Drive over Little Paint Branch
FairPosted for loadPrince George's County, Maryland · Capital Beltway to Exit 2 · Structure no. 2001003P0000000
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 60 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 700
- 2005 count
- Owner
- Unknown
About this bridge
North Drive over Little Paint Branch is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying North Drive over Little Paint Branch in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 78 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 6 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 700 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 770 by 2025. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 23 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was North Drive over Little Paint Branch built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is North Drive over Little Paint 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does North Drive over Little Paint Branch carry?
About 700 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is North Drive over Little Paint Branch?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns North Drive over Little Paint Branch?
It is owned by the owner is not reported.