John Clayton Mem. over North End Branch
PoorPosted for loadMathews County, Virginia · 6.2M RTE198-0.9M RTE3 · Structure no. 000000000011835
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 98 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,559
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
John Clayton Mem. over North End Branch is a concrete tee beam carrying John Clayton Mem. over North End Branch in Mathews County, Virginia. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 years old, older than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 6,559 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7,313 by 2045. The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, 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 John Clayton Mem. over North End Branch built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is John Clayton Mem. over North End Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does John Clayton Mem. over North End Branch carry?
About 6,559 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is John Clayton Mem. over North End Branch?
The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns John Clayton Mem. over North End Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.