US Bridges

University Blvd. over Trib. Cannon Branch

Good

Prince William County, Virginia · 00.20FR0000/00.70TO End · Structure no. 000000000024748

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,744
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

University Blvd. over Trib. Cannon Branch is a concrete culvert carrying University Blvd. over Trib. Cannon Branch in Prince William County, Virginia. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 5,744 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7,396 by 2045. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesUniversity Blvd.
CrossesTrib. Cannon Branch
Location00.20FR0000/00.70TO End
RouteCounty Highway 3100
CountyPrince William County
StateVirginia
Coordinates38.74976, -77.51459
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 inspectionMarch 2023
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83 US tons
Inventory rating49.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,744 (2022)
Projected traffic7,396 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
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 University Blvd. over Trib. Cannon Branch built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is University Blvd. over Trib. Cannon 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 2023.

How much traffic does University Blvd. over Trib. Cannon Branch carry?

About 5,744 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is University Blvd. over Trib. Cannon Branch?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns University Blvd. over Trib. Cannon Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.