US Bridges

Manassas Forge Dr. over Buckhall Branch

Good

Prince William County, Virginia · 00.04 Stat. /00.85TO2590 · Structure no. 000000000023758

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,173
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Manassas Forge Dr. over Buckhall Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Manassas Forge Dr. over Buckhall Branch in Prince William County, Virginia. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 1,173 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,994 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesManassas Forge Dr.
CrossesBuckhall Branch
Location00.04 Stat. /00.85TO2590
RouteCounty Highway 2594
CountyPrince William County
StateVirginia
Coordinates38.7453, -77.44527
Functional classUrban 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating65 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,173 (2010)
Projected traffic1,994 by 2042
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 Manassas Forge Dr. over Buckhall Branch built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Manassas Forge Dr. over Buckhall Branch 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 2024.

How much traffic does Manassas Forge Dr. over Buckhall Branch carry?

About 1,173 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Manassas Forge Dr. over Buckhall Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Manassas Forge Dr. over Buckhall Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.