US Bridges

Stonehouse Mtn RD over Branch of Muddy Run

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Culpeper County, Virginia · .15 from 729 &2.45 to 522 · Structure no. 000000000005649

Built
1980
45 years old, rebuilt 2016
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
405
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Stonehouse Mtn RD over Branch of Muddy Run is a steel culvert carrying Stonehouse Mtn RD over Branch of Muddy Run in Culpeper County, Virginia. It was built in 1980 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 45 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 405 vehicles a day, projected to reach 656 by 2045. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesStonehouse Mtn RD
CrossesBranch of Muddy Run
Location.15 from 729 &2.45 to 522
RouteCounty Highway 633
CountyCulpeper County
StateVirginia
Coordinates38.5394, -78.04428
Functional classRural Local

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 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 traffic405 (2014)
Projected traffic656 by 2045
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$65 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Stonehouse Mtn RD over Branch of Muddy Run built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.

What condition is Stonehouse Mtn RD over Branch of Muddy Run 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Stonehouse Mtn RD over Branch of Muddy Run carry?

About 405 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Stonehouse Mtn RD over Branch of Muddy Run?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns Stonehouse Mtn RD over Branch of Muddy Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.