Valley Mill RD over Abrams Creek
PoorPosted for loadFrederick County, Virginia · 0.70 to 1270- 0.05 to 820 · Structure no. 000000000008257
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,846
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Valley Mill RD over Abrams Creek is a concrete slab carrying Valley Mill RD over Abrams Creek in Frederick County, Virginia. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 years old, older than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 4,846 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,403 by 2045. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 12 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Valley Mill RD over Abrams Creek built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is Valley Mill RD over Abrams Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Valley Mill RD over Abrams Creek carry?
About 4,846 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Valley Mill RD over Abrams Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 12 ft wide.
Who owns Valley Mill RD over Abrams Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.