US Bridges

Wbl J. Clayton HWY over Cow Creek

Fair

Gloucester County, Virginia · 1.7M RTE17-4.2M Mathews_c · Structure no. 000000000008525

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,624
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wbl J. Clayton HWY over Cow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Wbl J. Clayton HWY over Cow Creek in Gloucester County, Virginia. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 10,624 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15,512 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long.

CarriesWbl J. Clayton HWY
CrossesCow Creek
Location1.7M RTE17-4.2M Mathews_c
RouteState Highway 3
Coordinates37.42604, -76.49626
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,624 (2022)
Projected traffic15,512 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 Wbl J. Clayton HWY over Cow Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wbl J. Clayton HWY over Cow Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does Wbl J. Clayton HWY over Cow Creek carry?

About 10,624 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Wbl J. Clayton HWY over Cow Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Wbl J. Clayton HWY over Cow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.