US Bridges

Nbl Route 0288 over James River & CSX Railrd

Fair

Powhatan County, Virginia · 0.0 Powhatan/Goochland Cl · Structure no. 000000000026411

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
3,662 ft
26 main spans
Daily traffic
26,362
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nbl Route 0288 over James River & CSX Railrd is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nbl Route 0288 over James River & CSX Railrd in Powhatan County, Virginia. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 6 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 26,362 vehicles a day, projected to reach 38,489 by 2042. The structure is 3,662 ft (1,116.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesNbl Route 0288
CrossesJames River & CSX Railrd
Location0.0 Powhatan/Goochland Cl
RouteState Highway 288
Coordinates37.569, -77.68356
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85 US tons
Inventory rating65.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans26 (+3 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length3,662 ft (1,116.3 m)
Longest span156 ft (47.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,362 (2022)
Projected traffic38,489 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Nbl Route 0288 over James River & CSX Railrd built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nbl Route 0288 over James River & CSX Railrd 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Nbl Route 0288 over James River & CSX Railrd carry?

About 26,362 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Nbl Route 0288 over James River & CSX Railrd?

The structure is 3,662 ft (1,116.3 m) long with a longest span of 156 ft (47.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Nbl Route 0288 over James River & CSX Railrd?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.