US Bridges

INTERSTATE-295 over Unnamed Tributary

Fair

Chesterfield County, Virginia · 1.90 FR Hcl & 0.40 to 10 · Structure no. 000000000005216

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
37,799
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

INTERSTATE-295 over Unnamed Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying INTERSTATE-295 over Unnamed Tributary in Chesterfield County, Virginia. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 37,799 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,146 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesINTERSTATE-295
CrossesUnnamed Tributary
Location1.90 FR Hcl & 0.40 to 10
RouteInterstate 295
CountyChesterfield County
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.34788, -77.33418
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionApril 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,799 (2022)
Projected traffic42,146 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 INTERSTATE-295 over Unnamed Tributary built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is INTERSTATE-295 over Unnamed Tributary 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does INTERSTATE-295 over Unnamed Tributary carry?

About 37,799 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is INTERSTATE-295 over Unnamed Tributary?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.6 m).

Who owns INTERSTATE-295 over Unnamed Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.