FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

BRANCHVILLE ROAD

Carrying BRANCHVILLE ROAD over INDIAN CREEK

0.16 MI NW OF MD 193, Prince George's, Maryland

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Fair
63 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: BRANCHVILLE ROAD

The BRANCHVILLE ROAD bridge in Prince George's, Maryland carries BRANCHVILLE ROAD over INDIAN CREEK. It was built in 1969, making it 57 years old today. It was last reconstructed in 1998, extending its service life. The structure is built primarily of prestressed concrete and spans 2 sections, stretching 24.7 meters (81 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 1,856 vehicles, placing it in the moderately-trafficked tier of Maryland bridges. It is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 6/9, superstructure at 7/9, substructure at 6/9. The weakest component sits in fair condition. No reported major component scores in the Poor range under the current federal condition thresholds. Its NBI inventory load rating is 62.6 metric tons.

Sourced from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for refresh cadence and NBI release vintage.

How BRANCHVILLE ROAD compares

▲ 11.5
Load rating vs Maryland average (51.1 t)
Top 25%
Higher load rating than 75% of Maryland bridges
582
Bridges in Prince George's · 18 in Poor condition
BRANCHVILLE ROAD 62.6 t
Maryland average 51.1 t

Live comparison across Maryland.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
97.8 / 100 - historical 80–100 band
Structural adequacy /55
55.0
Serviceability /30
30.0
Essentiality /15
14.8
Special reductions
−2.0

FHWA discontinued this calculated item; it does not determine current condition, funding eligibility, posting, or closure. How the historical reference is calculated.

Condition Ratings

Deck
6/9
Fair (5–6)
Superstructure
7/9
Good (7–9)
Substructure
6/9
Fair (5–6)
Inventory Load Rating
62.6 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Fair

Full 0–9 scale + sufficiency-rating breakdown: how condition ratings work.

Structural Details

Year Built
1969
Last Reconstructed
1998
Material
Prestressed Concrete
Number of Spans
2
Structure Length
24.7 m (81 ft)
Deck Width
17.3 m (57 ft)
Owner
County Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
1,856 vehicles/day
Structure Number
200000P-0186010

Condition Analysis

  • At 6/9, the deck (driving surface) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.
  • The superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) rates good at 7/9, with no significant deterioration on file.
  • The substructure (piers and abutments) rates fair at 6/9, minor deterioration that routine maintenance should address.

How to read this record

This page shows what the last federal inspection recorded, not whether BRANCHVILLE ROAD is safe to cross today. Here is how to use it.

  • NBI condition ratings reflect the latest record in this annual dataset, not a live status. Current routine inspection intervals are risk-based.
  • Learn how the 0–9 condition scale and Good/Fair/Poor categories are defined. How condition ratings work
  • Compare BRANCHVILLE ROAD against other structures in Prince George's and across Maryland. Maryland bridges
  • Noticed visible damage or a safety concern? Report it to the agency that owns the bridge, or call 911 in an emergency. How to report a bridge

Condition codes come straight from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory and are not a real-time safety judgment. Only the owning agency, a state DOT, county, or other owner, can post, restrict, or close a bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the condition ratings mean for BRANCHVILLE ROAD?

BRANCHVILLE ROAD in Prince George's, Maryland has a deck rating of 6/9, superstructure rating of 7/9, and substructure rating of 6/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is BRANCHVILLE ROAD inspected?

BRANCHVILLE ROAD's responsible agency sets its routine interval under FHWA's risk-based inspection rules; this page does not expose the scheduled interval. It carries about 1,856 vehicles per day.

What does “structurally deficient” mean in older bridge reports?

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. BRANCHVILLE ROAD is currently shown as Fair condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for BRANCHVILLE ROAD?

BRANCHVILLE ROAD has an NBI inventory load rating of 62.6 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining BRANCHVILLE ROAD?

BRANCHVILLE ROAD is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

How old is BRANCHVILLE ROAD and does age affect safety?

BRANCHVILLE ROAD was built in 1969, making it 57 years old and last reconstructed in 1998.

Disclaimer: Bridge condition data is from the FHWA NBI and reflects the last reported inspection. A Poor condition rating is not a live declaration that a bridge is closed or unsafe for travel. For current closure, posting, or safety information, contact the responsible transportation agency.

Data sourced from the Federal Highway Administration National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainBridges

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