US Bridges

Hatcher Ave. over S Fork Catactin Creek

Good

Loudoun County, Virginia · 01.10FR711/00.40TO7 · Structure no. 000000000011158

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,589
2022 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hatcher Ave. over S Fork Catactin Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Hatcher Ave. over S Fork Catactin Creek in Loudoun County, Virginia. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 4,589 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,700 by 2045. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesHatcher Ave.
CrossesS Fork Catactin Creek
Location01.10FR711/00.40TO7
RouteCity Street 611
CountyLoudoun County
StateVirginia
Coordinates39.1422, -77.71422
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating53 US tons
Inventory rating40.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 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 traffic4,589 (2022)
Projected traffic6,700 by 2045
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township 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 (2017 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Hatcher Ave. over S Fork Catactin Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hatcher Ave. over S Fork Catactin Creek 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Hatcher Ave. over S Fork Catactin Creek carry?

About 4,589 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Hatcher Ave. over S Fork Catactin Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Hatcher Ave. over S Fork Catactin Creek?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.