James Monroe HWY over Potomac Rvr; Csx; C&o
FairLoudoun County, Virginia · 00.22FR672VA/00.18TO28MD · Structure no. 000000000011102
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 1980
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 1,700 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,831
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
James Monroe HWY over Potomac Rvr; Csx; C&o is a steel truss - thru carrying James Monroe HWY over Potomac Rvr; Csx; C&o in Loudoun County, Virginia. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 86 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 20,831 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,830 by 2042. The structure is 1,700 ft (518.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was James Monroe HWY over Potomac Rvr; Csx; C&o built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.
What condition is James Monroe HWY over Potomac Rvr; Csx; C&o 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does James Monroe HWY over Potomac Rvr; Csx; C&o carry?
About 20,831 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is James Monroe HWY over Potomac Rvr; Csx; C&o?
The structure is 1,700 ft (518.2 m) long with a longest span of 168 ft (51.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns James Monroe HWY over Potomac Rvr; Csx; C&o?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.