Lee Highway over Covington River
FairRappahannock County, Virginia · 1.11 FR 622E &.05 to 622W · Structure no. 000000000014632
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 90 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,783
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lee Highway over Covington River is a concrete culvert carrying Lee Highway over Covington River in Rappahannock County, Virginia. It was built in 1985 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 40 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 6 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 4,783 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,333 by 2042. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.7 mi (88 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Lee Highway over Covington River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is Lee Highway over Covington River 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Lee Highway over Covington River carry?
About 4,783 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Lee Highway over Covington River?
The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Lee Highway over Covington River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.