US Bridges

Gwmp (sb) over Abandoned Quarry

Good

Arlington County, Virginia · 0.1 Miles South of Spout · Structure no. 3300043P0000000

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
102 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
56,300
2013 count
Owner
Federal
National Park Service

About this bridge

Gwmp (sb) over Abandoned Quarry is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Gwmp (sb) over Abandoned Quarry in Arlington County, Virginia. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 56,300 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 61,930 by 2033. The structure is 102 ft (31.2 m) long and 45 ft wide.

CarriesGwmp (sb)
CrossesAbandoned Quarry
Location0.1 Miles South of Spout
RouteFederal Lands Road 1
Coordinates38.90147, -77.07986
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.9 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length102 ft (31.2 m)
Longest span98 ft (30 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic56,300 (2013)
Projected traffic61,930 by 2033
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerNational Park Service
Maintained byNational Park Service
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$60,000 (2021 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Gwmp (sb) over Abandoned Quarry built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Gwmp (sb) over Abandoned Quarry 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Gwmp (sb) over Abandoned Quarry carry?

About 56,300 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Gwmp (sb) over Abandoned Quarry?

The structure is 102 ft (31.2 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (30 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Gwmp (sb) over Abandoned Quarry?

It is owned by the National Park Service.