K Street Bridge

K Street Bridge crosses Rock Creek with two stacked levels, where the lower level carries K Street and the upper level supports the Whitehurst Freeway. The structure connects downtown Washington to Georgetown while providing access to nearby parklands.

The original stone arch bridge built in 1792 was the second crossing over Rock Creek in the city. It was later replaced with a wooden structure and eventually rebuilt as a steel bridge in 1907.

K Street, which the bridge connects to, is filled with law offices, advocacy groups, and political organizations that shape daily activity in the area. The location reflects Washington's focus on business and influence.

The bridge accommodates multiple lanes of vehicle traffic and serves as a major connection between the two parts of the city. Visitors should note the complex ramp systems that direct traffic entering and leaving the structure.

The bridge features concrete construction faced with gneiss rock, giving it a distinctive appearance that reflects local geology. Most visitors overlook this detail of local stone surfacing on a major structure.

Location: Washington, D.C.

GPS coordinates: 38.90250,-77.05770

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:06