US Bridges

Manassas Bypass over Trib. of Broad Run

Fair

Prince William County, Virginia · 01.70FR649/00.10TO3235 · Structure no. 000000000025898

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
39,553
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Manassas Bypass over Trib. of Broad Run is a concrete culvert carrying Manassas Bypass over Trib. of Broad Run in Prince William County, Virginia. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 5 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 39,553 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 57,747 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesManassas Bypass
CrossesTrib. of Broad Run
Location01.70FR649/00.10TO3235
RouteState Highway 234
CountyPrince William County
StateVirginia
Coordinates38.72272, -77.49403
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating86 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39,553 (2022)
Projected traffic57,747 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.5 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Manassas Bypass over Trib. of Broad Run built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is Manassas Bypass over Trib. of Broad Run 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Manassas Bypass over Trib. of Broad Run carry?

About 39,553 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Manassas Bypass over Trib. of Broad Run?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Manassas Bypass over Trib. of Broad Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.