US Bridges

Sulphur Springs RD over Opequon Creek

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Frederick County, Virginia · 0.00FREDERICK-0.00 Clarke · Structure no. 000000000024392

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
55 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,663
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sulphur Springs RD over Opequon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Sulphur Springs RD over Opequon Creek in Frederick County, Virginia. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 1,663 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,494 by 2045. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSulphur Springs RD
CrossesOpequon Creek
Location0.00FREDERICK-0.00 Clarke
RouteCounty Highway 655
CountyFrederick County
StateVirginia
Coordinates39.14764, -78.09023
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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,663 (2020)
Projected traffic2,494 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Sulphur Springs RD over Opequon Creek built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sulphur Springs RD over Opequon 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 2023.

How much traffic does Sulphur Springs RD over Opequon Creek carry?

About 1,663 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Sulphur Springs RD over Opequon Creek?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Sulphur Springs RD over Opequon Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.