Benning Road over Anacostia River

Good Condition92 years old33,640 vehicles/day

Location

StateDistrict of Columbia
CountyDistrict of Columbia
LocationAnacostia River
CarriesBenning Road
CrossesAnacostia River
Coordinates38.89714, -76.96279

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length556.1 ft (169.5 m)
Max Span109.9 ft (33.5 m)
Deck Width118.8 ft (36.2 m)
Deck Area6135.9 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1934 (reconstructed 2004)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic33,640 (2023)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge8

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection125
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number0052

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