US Bridges

Barterbrook RD over Christians Creek

Good

Augusta County, Virginia · 2.10 Rt F218- 1.15 Rt 637 · Structure no. 000000000023852

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
153 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,008
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Barterbrook RD over Christians Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Barterbrook RD over Christians Creek in Augusta County, Virginia. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 1,008 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,370 by 2042. The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesBarterbrook RD
CrossesChristians Creek
Location2.10 Rt F218- 1.15 Rt 637
RouteCounty Highway 635
CountyAugusta County
StateVirginia
Coordinates38.09638, -79.03131
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating62.6 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length153 ft (46.6 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.4 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,008 (2022)
Projected traffic1,370 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 Barterbrook RD over Christians Creek built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Barterbrook RD over Christians 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Barterbrook RD over Christians Creek carry?

About 1,008 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Barterbrook RD over Christians Creek?

The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Barterbrook RD over Christians Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.