US Bridges

Snowden Bridge Blv over CSX RR

Good

Frederick County, Virginia · 0.30 to 11 - 0.60 to End · Structure no. 000000000030416

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
126 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,215
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Snowden Bridge Blv over CSX RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Snowden Bridge Blv over CSX RR in Frederick County, Virginia. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 9,215 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,770 by 2042. The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesSnowden Bridge Blv
CrossesCSX RR
Location0.30 to 11 - 0.60 to End
RouteCounty Highway 883
CountyFrederick County
StateVirginia
Coordinates39.21713, -78.1286
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 18 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating95 US tons
Inventory rating52 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length126 ft (38.4 m)
Longest span126 ft (38.4 m)
Deck width69 ft (20.9 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,215 (2014)
Projected traffic11,770 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Snowden Bridge Blv over CSX RR built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Snowden Bridge Blv over CSX RR 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Snowden Bridge Blv over CSX RR carry?

About 9,215 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Snowden Bridge Blv over CSX RR?

The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.

Who owns Snowden Bridge Blv over CSX RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.