US Bridges

Jerrys Run Trail over Jerrys Run

Poor

Alleghany County, Virginia · 0.20 to 64 & 0.26 to End · Structure no. 000000000000898

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
59 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
120
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jerrys Run Trail over Jerrys Run is a concrete culvert carrying Jerrys Run Trail over Jerrys Run in Alleghany County, Virginia. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 120 vehicles a day, projected to reach 187 by 2045. The structure is 59 ft (17.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 198.8 mi (320 km).

Location

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CarriesJerrys Run Trail
CrossesJerrys Run
Location0.20 to 64 & 0.26 to End
CountyAlleghany County
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.80076, -80.19451
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating88 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length59 ft (17.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic120 (2017)
Projected traffic187 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed198.8 mi (320 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$31 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Jerrys Run Trail over Jerrys Run built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Jerrys Run Trail over Jerrys Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does Jerrys Run Trail over Jerrys Run carry?

About 120 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is Jerrys Run Trail over Jerrys Run?

The structure is 59 ft (17.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Jerrys Run Trail over Jerrys Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.