Powder Mill Road over Beaver Dam Creek
GoodPosted for loadPrince George's County, Maryland · Capital Beltway to Exit 2 · Structure no. 2001004P0000000
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 63 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10,000
- 2005 count
- Owner
- Unknown
About this bridge
Powder Mill Road over Beaver Dam Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Powder Mill Road over Beaver Dam Creek in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 75 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 10,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12,000 by 2025. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Powder Mill Road over Beaver Dam Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is Powder Mill Road over Beaver Dam 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Powder Mill Road over Beaver Dam Creek carry?
About 10,000 vehicles per day (2005 count).
How long is Powder Mill Road over Beaver Dam Creek?
The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Powder Mill Road over Beaver Dam Creek?
It is owned by the owner is not reported.