Colonial Parkway over Naval Weapons Road
FairJames City County, Virginia · 1.7 Miles Northwest of U. · Structure no. 4290009P0000000
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1981
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 39 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,569
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Colonial Parkway over Naval Weapons Road is a concrete continuous slab carrying Colonial Parkway over Naval Weapons Road in James City County, Virginia. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 94 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 5 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 5,569 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,683 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Colonial Parkway over Naval Weapons Road built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.
What condition is Colonial Parkway over Naval Weapons Road 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Colonial Parkway over Naval Weapons Road carry?
About 5,569 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Colonial Parkway over Naval Weapons Road?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Colonial Parkway over Naval Weapons Road?
It is owned by the National Park Service.