Gunston Road over Unknown Creek
GoodFairfax County, Virginia · 173.5 NE of Wills RD · Structure no. DAPMDWBEL0000C1
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Army
About this bridge
Gunston Road over Unknown Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Gunston Road over Unknown Creek in Fairfax County, Virginia. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 years old, older 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2046. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Gunston Road over Unknown Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is Gunston Road over Unknown Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Gunston Road over Unknown Creek carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Gunston Road over Unknown Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m).
Who owns Gunston Road over Unknown Creek?
It is owned by the Army.