US Bridges

New Providence Dr. over Branch Holmes Run

Good

Fairfax County, Virginia · 00.10FR6928/00.21TO End · Structure no. 000000000007082

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,462
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

New Providence Dr. over Branch Holmes Run is a concrete culvert carrying New Providence Dr. over Branch Holmes Run in Fairfax County, Virginia. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 1,462 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,652 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesNew Providence Dr.
CrossesBranch Holmes Run
Location00.10FR6928/00.21TO End
RouteCounty Highway 6929
CountyFairfax County
StateVirginia
Coordinates38.87339, -77.21349
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.7 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 traffic1,462 (2019)
Projected traffic1,652 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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$130 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was New Providence Dr. over Branch Holmes Run built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is New Providence Dr. over Branch Holmes 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does New Providence Dr. over Branch Holmes Run carry?

About 1,462 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is New Providence Dr. over Branch Holmes Run?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns New Providence Dr. over Branch Holmes Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.