US Bridges

Route 288 over Nuttree Branch

Fair

Chesterfield County, Virginia · 0.35 FR 360 & 2.29 to 76 · Structure no. 000000000005169

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
52,311
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Route 288 over Nuttree Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Route 288 over Nuttree Branch in Chesterfield County, Virginia. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 52,311 vehicles a day, projected to reach 76,374 by 2042. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRoute 288
CrossesNuttree Branch
Location0.35 FR 360 & 2.29 to 76
RouteState Highway 288
CountyChesterfield County
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.42843, -77.63244
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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic52,311 (2022)
Projected traffic76,374 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Route 288 over Nuttree Branch built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Route 288 over Nuttree Branch 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Route 288 over Nuttree Branch carry?

About 52,311 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Route 288 over Nuttree Branch?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns Route 288 over Nuttree Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.