US Bridges

Jefferson Pike over Piney Run

Fair

Loudoun County, Virginia · 00.02FR671/00.15TO M.S.L · Structure no. 000000000011144

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
25,063
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jefferson Pike over Piney Run is a concrete culvert carrying Jefferson Pike over Piney Run 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 25,063 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,606 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesJefferson Pike
CrossesPiney Run
Location00.02FR671/00.15TO M.S.L
RouteU.S. Route 340
CountyLoudoun County
StateVirginia
Coordinates39.31984, -77.71224
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionDecember 2024
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating98.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic25,063 (2022)
Projected traffic34,606 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$50 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Jefferson Pike over Piney Run built?

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

What condition is Jefferson Pike over Piney Run 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Jefferson Pike over Piney Run carry?

About 25,063 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Jefferson Pike over Piney Run?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Jefferson Pike over Piney Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.