US Bridges

Ladd RD over Goose Creek

Good

Augusta County, Virginia · 0.51 Rt 608 - 1.24 Rt 834 · Structure no. 000000000002052

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,213
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ladd RD over Goose Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ladd RD over Goose Creek in Augusta County, Virginia. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older 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 3,213 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,691 by 2045. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesLadd RD
CrossesGoose Creek
Location0.51 Rt 608 - 1.24 Rt 834
RouteCounty Highway 631
Coordinates38.07723, -78.98338
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating89.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,213 (2022)
Projected traffic4,691 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 Ladd RD over Goose Creek built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ladd RD over Goose Creek 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Ladd RD over Goose Creek carry?

About 3,213 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Ladd RD over Goose Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.3 m).

Who owns Ladd RD over Goose Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.