US Bridges

Jerusalem Chapelrd over Mckittricks Branch

Good

Augusta County, Virginia · 1.19 Rt 250 - 1.00 Rt 725 · Structure no. 000000000002202

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
419
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jerusalem Chapelrd over Mckittricks Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Jerusalem Chapelrd over Mckittricks Branch in Augusta County, Virginia. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 419 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 458 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesJerusalem Chapelrd
CrossesMckittricks Branch
Location1.19 Rt 250 - 1.00 Rt 725
RouteCounty Highway 720
Coordinates38.24304, -79.20501
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic419 (2022)
Projected traffic458 by 2042
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
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 Jerusalem Chapelrd over Mckittricks Branch built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Jerusalem Chapelrd over Mckittricks Branch 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Jerusalem Chapelrd over Mckittricks Branch carry?

About 419 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Jerusalem Chapelrd over Mckittricks Branch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Jerusalem Chapelrd over Mckittricks Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.