Glass House Ferry over James River
FairPosted for loadJames City County, Virginia · 0.7 Mi.To Int.Rte. 619 · Structure no. 000000000024057
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel
- Length
- 1,491 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,240
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Glass House Ferry over James River is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying Glass House Ferry over James River in James City County, Virginia. It was built in 1994 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 31 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 6,240 vehicles a day, projected to reach 9,110 by 2042. The structure is 1,491 ft (454.5 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Glass House Ferry over James River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is Glass House Ferry over James River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Glass House Ferry over James River carry?
About 6,240 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Glass House Ferry over James River?
The structure is 1,491 ft (454.5 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Glass House Ferry over James River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.