US Bridges

Ramp E of I-95 over Backlick Run

Fair

Fairfax County, Virginia · 0.05FR95NBL 0.15TO395NBL · Structure no. 000000000006439

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
131,000
1993 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp E of I-95 over Backlick Run is a concrete culvert carrying Ramp E of I-95 over Backlick Run in Fairfax County, Virginia. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older 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 131,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 276,233 by 2040. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesRamp E of I-95
CrossesBacklick Run
Location0.05FR95NBL 0.15TO395NBL
RouteInterstate 95
CountyFairfax County
StateVirginia
Coordinates38.79109, -77.17224
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating72 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 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 traffic131,000 (1993)
Projected traffic276,233 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$175 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ramp E of I-95 over Backlick Run built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp E of I-95 over Backlick Run 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Ramp E of I-95 over Backlick Run carry?

About 131,000 vehicles per day (1993 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Ramp E of I-95 over Backlick Run?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns Ramp E of I-95 over Backlick Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.