US Bridges

Scott Crossing Rd. over Tributary of Scotts Run

Good

Fairfax County, Virginia · 0.05 FR 6943 & 0.07 TO123 · Structure no. 000000000024820

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
62 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,766
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Scott Crossing Rd. over Tributary of Scotts Run is a concrete arch - deck carrying Scott Crossing Rd. over Tributary of Scotts Run in Fairfax County, Virginia. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 7,766 vehicles a day, projected to reach 9,164 by 2042. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 216 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesScott Crossing Rd.
CrossesTributary of Scotts Run
Location0.05 FR 6943 & 0.07 TO123
RouteCounty Highway 8102
CountyFairfax County
StateVirginia
Coordinates38.92578, -77.20901
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
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 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
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating98.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width216 ft (65.8 m)
Roadway width65 ft (19.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,766 (2009)
Projected traffic9,164 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
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$175 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Scott Crossing Rd. over Tributary of Scotts Run built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is Scott Crossing Rd. over Tributary of Scotts 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Scott Crossing Rd. over Tributary of Scotts Run carry?

About 7,766 vehicles per day (2009 count).

How long is Scott Crossing Rd. over Tributary of Scotts Run?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 216 ft wide.

Who owns Scott Crossing Rd. over Tributary of Scotts Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.