US Bridges

Chippenham Pkwy SB over CSX Trans & Strathmor RD

Fair

Chesterfield County, Virginia · 0.57 FR 1601& .14 to 1607 · Structure no. 000000000005127

Built
1976
49 years old, rebuilt 2002
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
202 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
32,417
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Chippenham Pkwy SB over CSX Trans & Strathmor RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Chippenham Pkwy SB over CSX Trans & Strathmor RD in Chesterfield County, Virginia. It was built in 1976 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 49 years old, younger 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 32,417 vehicles a day, projected to reach 47,330 by 2042. The structure is 202 ft (61.6 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesChippenham Pkwy SB
CrossesCSX Trans & Strathmor RD
Location0.57 FR 1601& .14 to 1607
RouteState Highway 150
CountyChesterfield County
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.44143, -77.45355
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71 US tons
Inventory rating54 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length202 ft (61.6 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.2 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width52 ft (16 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic32,417 (2022)
Projected traffic47,330 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$425 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Chippenham Pkwy SB over CSX Trans & Strathmor RD built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.

What condition is Chippenham Pkwy SB over CSX Trans & Strathmor RD 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Chippenham Pkwy SB over CSX Trans & Strathmor RD carry?

About 32,417 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Chippenham Pkwy SB over CSX Trans & Strathmor RD?

The structure is 202 ft (61.6 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.2 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns Chippenham Pkwy SB over CSX Trans & Strathmor RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.