Southwest Freeway over South Capitol Street

Fair Condition61 years old155,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateDistrict of Columbia
CountyDistrict of Columbia
LocationS.capitol ST Ramp G SW Fy
CarriesSouthwest Freeway
CrossesSouth Capitol Street
Coordinates38.88146, -77.00849

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length550.9 ft (167.9 m)
Max Span200.1 ft (61 m)
Deck Width96.5 ft (29.4 m)
Deck Area4936.3 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1965 (reconstructed 1991)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic155,000 (2018)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge7
Lanes Under Bridge6

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection323
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number1104

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