US Bridges

Carolina Ave over Richmond Rcwy Ped Path

Fair

Henrico County, Virginia · 0.45 MI E of R-H Tnpk · Structure no. 000000000031280

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
34 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,607
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Carolina Ave over Richmond Rcwy Ped Path is a concrete frame carrying Carolina Ave over Richmond Rcwy Ped Path in Henrico 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 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 9,607 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,724 by 2045. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 110 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesCarolina Ave
CrossesRichmond Rcwy Ped Path
Location0.45 MI E of R-H Tnpk
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyHenrico County
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.59908, -77.41758
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width110 ft (33.5 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,607 (2022)
Projected traffic11,724 by 2045
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Carolina Ave over Richmond Rcwy Ped Path built?

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

What condition is Carolina Ave over Richmond Rcwy Ped Path 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Carolina Ave over Richmond Rcwy Ped Path carry?

About 9,607 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Carolina Ave over Richmond Rcwy Ped Path?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 110 ft wide.

Who owns Carolina Ave over Richmond Rcwy Ped Path?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.