US Bridges

Jaguar Trail over Branch of Holmes Run

Good

Fairfax County, Virginia · 00.05FR50/00.06TOWI.PT.DR · Structure no. 000000000007093

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,576
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jaguar Trail over Branch of Holmes Run is a concrete culvert carrying Jaguar Trail over Branch of Holmes Run in Fairfax County, Virginia. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 10,576 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12,480 by 2045. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesJaguar Trail
CrossesBranch of Holmes Run
Location00.05FR50/00.06TOWI.PT.DR
RouteCounty Highway 7247
CountyFairfax County
StateVirginia
Coordinates38.86488, -77.20814
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 inspectionFebruary 2023
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 adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating66 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,576 (2009)
Projected traffic12,480 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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$100 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Jaguar Trail over Branch of Holmes Run built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is Jaguar Trail over Branch of 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Jaguar Trail over Branch of Holmes Run carry?

About 10,576 vehicles per day (2009 count).

How long is Jaguar Trail over Branch of Holmes Run?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Jaguar Trail over Branch of Holmes Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.