US Bridges

Ridgefield Parkway over Flat Branch

Fair

Henrico County, Virginia · 0.70 Cambr 0.20 Glen Eagl · Structure no. 000000000023653

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
11,378
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ridgefield Parkway over Flat Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Ridgefield Parkway over Flat Branch in Henrico County, Virginia. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 11,378 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12,686 by 2045. The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesRidgefield Parkway
CrossesFlat Branch
Location0.70 Cambr 0.20 Glen Eagl
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyHenrico County
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.6191, -77.61646
Functional classUrban 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
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 rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (13.9 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 traffic11,378 (2022)
Projected traffic12,686 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Ridgefield Parkway over Flat Branch built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ridgefield Parkway over Flat Branch 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Ridgefield Parkway over Flat Branch carry?

About 11,378 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Ridgefield Parkway over Flat Branch?

The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Ridgefield Parkway over Flat Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.