US Bridges

Jefferson HWY over Wet Weather Stream

Good

Augusta County, Virginia · 0.08 Rt 608N-0.06 Rt 608S · Structure no. 000000000001874

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
13,066
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jefferson HWY over Wet Weather Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Jefferson HWY over Wet Weather Stream in Augusta County, Virginia. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 13,066 vehicles a day, projected to reach 19,080 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesJefferson HWY
CrossesWet Weather Stream
Location0.08 Rt 608N-0.06 Rt 608S
RouteU.S. Route 250
Coordinates38.09821, -78.96821
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating31 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck17 ft (5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,066 (2022)
Projected traffic19,080 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Jefferson HWY over Wet Weather Stream built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Jefferson HWY over Wet Weather Stream 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Jefferson HWY over Wet Weather Stream carry?

About 13,066 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Jefferson HWY over Wet Weather Stream?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns Jefferson HWY over Wet Weather Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.