US Bridges

Summerdean RD over Middle River

Fair

Augusta County, Virginia · 0.74 to 603 & 0.43 to 876 · Structure no. 000000000001943

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
154
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Summerdean RD over Middle River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Summerdean RD over Middle River in Augusta County, Virginia. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 154 vehicles a day, projected to reach 179 by 2045. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesSummerdean RD
CrossesMiddle River
Location0.74 to 603 & 0.43 to 876
RouteCounty Highway 602
CountyAugusta County
StateVirginia
Coordinates38.08213, -79.24689
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: 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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.1 m)
Longest span36 ft (10.9 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic154 (2016)
Projected traffic179 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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$35 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Summerdean RD over Middle River built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Summerdean RD over Middle River 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Summerdean RD over Middle River carry?

About 154 vehicles per day (2016 count).

How long is Summerdean RD over Middle River?

The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (10.9 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Summerdean RD over Middle River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.