US Bridges

University Blvd. over Tirbutary of Broad Run

Good

Prince William County, Virginia · 00.41FR660 00.14TO0000 · Structure no. 000000000030302

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,744
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

University Blvd. over Tirbutary of Broad Run is a concrete culvert carrying University Blvd. over Tirbutary of Broad Run in Prince William County, Virginia. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 21 ft (6.4 m) long.

CarriesUniversity Blvd.
CrossesTirbutary of Broad Run
Location00.41FR660 00.14TO0000
RouteCounty Highway 840
Coordinates38.75697, -77.54093
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 inspectionOctober 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 rating93 US tons
Inventory rating55 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck99 ft (30.2 m)

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 closed—
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is University Blvd. over Tirbutary 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 October 2023.

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

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

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

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).

Who owns University Blvd. over Tirbutary of Broad Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.