US Bridges

Berlin Turnpike over Trib. of Potomac River

Fair

Loudoun County, Virginia · 00.15 Md SL/00.66TO 663 · Structure no. 000000000011137

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,454
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Berlin Turnpike over Trib. of Potomac River is a concrete culvert carrying Berlin Turnpike over Trib. of Potomac River in Loudoun County, Virginia. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 7,454 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,311 by 2045. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesBerlin Turnpike
CrossesTrib. of Potomac River
Location00.15 Md SL/00.66TO 663
RouteState Highway 287
CountyLoudoun County
StateVirginia
Coordinates39.30508, -77.6319
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating98.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,454 (2022)
Projected traffic8,311 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$100 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Berlin Turnpike over Trib. of Potomac River built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is Berlin Turnpike over Trib. of Potomac 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Berlin Turnpike over Trib. of Potomac River carry?

About 7,454 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Berlin Turnpike over Trib. of Potomac River?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Berlin Turnpike over Trib. of Potomac River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.