US Bridges

University Blvd. over Trib. of Dawkins Branch

Good

Prince William County, Virginia · 00.20FRHACK/00.05TOEDMONT · Structure no. 000000000027976

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,744
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

University Blvd. over Trib. of Dawkins Branch is a concrete culvert carrying University Blvd. over Trib. of Dawkins Branch in Prince William 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 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 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUniversity Blvd.
CrossesTrib. of Dawkins Branch
Location00.20FRHACK/00.05TOEDMONT
RouteCounty Highway 840
CountyPrince William County
StateVirginia
Coordinates38.76452, -77.55727
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating64 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 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 closed1.2 mi (2 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$125 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was University Blvd. over Trib. of Dawkins Branch built?

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

What condition is University Blvd. over Trib. of Dawkins 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 January 2023.

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

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

How long is University Blvd. over Trib. of Dawkins Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns University Blvd. over Trib. of Dawkins Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.