Browns Gap Turnpik over Moormans River
GoodAlbemarle County, Virginia · 0.60 FR 614 / 0.60 to 674 · Structure no. 000000000000862
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 86 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,725
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Browns Gap Turnpik over Moormans River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Browns Gap Turnpik over Moormans River in Albemarle County, Virginia. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 93 years old, older than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,725 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,923 by 2042. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Browns Gap Turnpik over Moormans River built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is Browns Gap Turnpik over Moormans River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.
How much traffic does Browns Gap Turnpik over Moormans River carry?
About 1,725 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Browns Gap Turnpik over Moormans River?
The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Browns Gap Turnpik over Moormans River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.