Southwest Freeway over South Capitol Street

Fair Condition62 years old22,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateDistrict of Columbia
CountyDistrict of Columbia
LocationS Capitol ST & SW Fre
CarriesSouthwest Freeway
CrossesSouth Capitol Street
Coordinates38.88125, -77.00843

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length569.9 ft (173.7 m)
Max Span200.1 ft (61 m)
Deck Width33.5 ft (10.2 m)
Deck Area1771.7 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1964 (reconstructed 1991)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic22,000 (2018)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge8

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection123
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number1104(RAMP C)

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