US Bridges

Suitland Parkway ( over Henson Creek

Fair

Prince George's County, Maryland · 0.1 Miles East of Forestv · Structure no. 3564004P0000000

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
19,550
2019 count
Owner
Federal
National Park Service

About this bridge

Suitland Parkway ( over Henson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Suitland Parkway ( over Henson Creek in Prince George's County, Maryland. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 5 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 19,550 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,500 by 2039. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long.

Location

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CarriesSuitland Parkway (
CrossesHenson Creek
Location0.1 Miles East of Forestv
RouteFederal Lands Road 1
CountyPrince George's County
StateMaryland
Coordinates38.83092, -76.87486
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,550 (2019)
Projected traffic21,500 by 2039
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerNational Park Service
Maintained byNational Park Service
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$36,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Suitland Parkway ( over Henson Creek built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Suitland Parkway ( over Henson Creek 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Suitland Parkway ( over Henson Creek carry?

About 19,550 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Suitland Parkway ( over Henson Creek?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Suitland Parkway ( over Henson Creek?

It is owned by the National Park Service.