US Bridges

Shenandoah Mtn DR over Trib Ramseys Draft

Fair

Augusta County, Virginia · 2.61 Rt 716-1.97HIGHLA C0 · Structure no. 000000000001879

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,082
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Shenandoah Mtn DR over Trib Ramseys Draft is a concrete culvert carrying Shenandoah Mtn DR over Trib Ramseys Draft in Augusta County, Virginia. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, younger 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 1,082 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,206 by 2045. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesShenandoah Mtn DR
CrossesTrib Ramseys Draft
Location2.61 Rt 716-1.97HIGHLA C0
RouteU.S. Route 250
CountyAugusta County
StateVirginia
Coordinates38.30764, -79.3638
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 inspectionApril 2023
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 adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length23 ft (7.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,082 (2022)
Projected traffic1,206 by 2045
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 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 Shenandoah Mtn DR over Trib Ramseys Draft built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Shenandoah Mtn DR over Trib Ramseys Draft 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Shenandoah Mtn DR over Trib Ramseys Draft carry?

About 1,082 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Shenandoah Mtn DR over Trib Ramseys Draft?

The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Shenandoah Mtn DR over Trib Ramseys Draft?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.