US Bridges

Sunrise Valley Dr. over Tributary Sugarland Run

Good

Fairfax County, Virginia · 00.15FR7100/00.15TO4721 · Structure no. 000000000007046

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
11,662
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sunrise Valley Dr. over Tributary Sugarland Run is a concrete culvert carrying Sunrise Valley Dr. over Tributary Sugarland Run in Fairfax County, Virginia. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 11,662 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,003 by 2042. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSunrise Valley Dr.
CrossesTributary Sugarland Run
Location00.15FR7100/00.15TO4721
RouteCounty Highway 5320
Coordinates38.94814, -77.37624
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMay 2024
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 rating99 US tons
Inventory rating68 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,662 (2022)
Projected traffic13,003 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$120 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Sunrise Valley Dr. over Tributary Sugarland Run built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sunrise Valley Dr. over Tributary Sugarland 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Sunrise Valley Dr. over Tributary Sugarland Run carry?

About 11,662 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Sunrise Valley Dr. over Tributary Sugarland Run?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Sunrise Valley Dr. over Tributary Sugarland Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.