US Bridges

Three Notch HWY over Stream

Fair

Augusta County, Virginia · 1.46 F212-0.15 Ecl Waynes · Structure no. 000000000001873

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,908
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Three Notch HWY over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Three Notch HWY over Stream in Augusta County, Virginia. It was built in 1932, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 7,908 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,443 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesThree Notch HWY
CrossesStream
Location1.46 F212-0.15 Ecl Waynes
RouteU.S. Route 250
CountyAugusta County
StateVirginia
Coordinates38.04638, -78.86524
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,908 (2022)
Projected traffic8,443 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Three Notch HWY over Stream built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is Three Notch HWY over Stream in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Three Notch HWY over Stream carry?

About 7,908 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Three Notch HWY over Stream?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Three Notch HWY over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.