Lake Potomac Drive over Watts Branch

Fair Condition41 years old139 vehicles/day

Location

StateMaryland
CountyMontgomery
Location0.1 Miles North Of Md 190
CarriesLake Potomac Drive
CrossesWatts Branch
Coordinates39.04280, -77.25291

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length184.1 ft (56.1 m)
Max Span69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Width38.1 ft (11.6 m)
Deck Area650.8 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1985

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic139 (2021)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection323
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number200000M-0208010

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