US Bridges

University Blvd. over Trib. of Broad Run

Good

Prince William County, Virginia · 00.40FR674/00.55TO29 · Structure no. 000000000028095

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,362
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

University Blvd. over Trib. of Broad Run is a concrete culvert carrying University Blvd. over Trib. of Broad Run in Prince William County, Virginia. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 2,362 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,681 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUniversity Blvd.
CrossesTrib. of Broad Run
Location00.40FR674/00.55TO29
RouteCounty Highway 840
CountyPrince William County
StateVirginia
Coordinates38.79554, -77.58641
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 inspectionFebruary 2023
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 rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,362 (2013)
Projected traffic2,681 by 2040
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$100 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was University Blvd. over Trib. of Broad Run built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is University Blvd. over Trib. of Broad Run 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does University Blvd. over Trib. of Broad Run carry?

About 2,362 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is University Blvd. over Trib. of Broad Run?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns University Blvd. over Trib. of Broad Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.