US Bridges

Viking Drive over Tributary of Cedar Run

Good

Fairfax County, Virginia · 00.05FR5349/00.05TO5350 · Structure no. 000000000007053

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,825
2005 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Viking Drive over Tributary of Cedar Run is a concrete culvert carrying Viking Drive over Tributary of Cedar Run in Fairfax County, Virginia. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 1,825 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,190 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesViking Drive
CrossesTributary of Cedar Run
Location00.05FR5349/00.05TO5350
RouteCounty Highway 5340
CountyFairfax County
StateVirginia
Coordinates38.92374, -77.38441
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionDecember 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 rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,825 (2005)
Projected traffic2,190 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$125 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Viking Drive over Tributary of Cedar Run built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Viking Drive over Tributary of Cedar 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Viking Drive over Tributary of Cedar Run carry?

About 1,825 vehicles per day (2005 count).

How long is Viking Drive over Tributary of Cedar Run?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Viking Drive over Tributary of Cedar Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.