US Bridges

James Madison HWY over Limestone Branch

Good

Loudoun County, Virginia · 00.32FR.661/01.04TO665 · Structure no. 000000000011078

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
25,827
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

James Madison HWY over Limestone Branch is a concrete culvert carrying James Madison HWY over Limestone Branch in Loudoun County, Virginia. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 25,827 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,707 by 2045. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 41 mi (66 km).

Location

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CarriesJames Madison HWY
CrossesLimestone Branch
Location00.32FR.661/01.04TO665
RouteU.S. Route 15
CountyLoudoun County
StateVirginia
Coordinates39.16762, -77.53613
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81 US tons
Inventory rating48 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 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 traffic25,827 (2022)
Projected traffic37,707 by 2045
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed41 mi (66 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$150 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was James Madison HWY over Limestone Branch built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is James Madison HWY over Limestone Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.

How much traffic does James Madison HWY over Limestone Branch carry?

About 25,827 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is James Madison HWY over Limestone Branch?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns James Madison HWY over Limestone Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.