US Bridges

Scenic HWY over Trib Mossy Creek

Good

Augusta County, Virginia · 0.07 Rt 809 - 0.78 Rockco · Structure no. 000000000029274

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,936
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Scenic HWY over Trib Mossy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Scenic HWY over Trib Mossy Creek in Augusta County, Virginia. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 3,936 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,068 by 2040. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesScenic HWY
CrossesTrib Mossy Creek
Location0.07 Rt 809 - 0.78 Rockco
RouteState Highway 42
Coordinates38.35778, -79.23944
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,936 (2021)
Projected traffic5,068 by 2040
Trucks5%
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 Scenic HWY over Trib Mossy Creek built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is Scenic HWY over Trib Mossy 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Scenic HWY over Trib Mossy Creek carry?

About 3,936 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Scenic HWY over Trib Mossy Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns Scenic HWY over Trib Mossy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.