US Bridges

Creamer Lane over N Fork Catoctin Creek

Good

Loudoun County, Virginia · 00.15FR9/00.65TODEAD End · Structure no. 000000000011272

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
263
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Creamer Lane over N Fork Catoctin Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Creamer Lane over N Fork Catoctin Creek in Loudoun County, Virginia. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 263 vehicles a day, projected to reach 426 by 2045. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesCreamer Lane
CrossesN Fork Catoctin Creek
Location00.15FR9/00.65TODEAD End
RouteCounty Highway 689
CountyLoudoun County
StateVirginia
Coordinates39.22308, -77.75072
Functional classRural Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length20 ft (6.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic263 (2014)
Projected traffic426 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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$175 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Creamer Lane over N Fork Catoctin Creek built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is Creamer Lane over N Fork Catoctin 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Creamer Lane over N Fork Catoctin Creek carry?

About 263 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Creamer Lane over N Fork Catoctin Creek?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.7 m).

Who owns Creamer Lane over N Fork Catoctin Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.