Route 259 over Capon Run
FairRockingham County, Virginia · 1.51 Rt 820 - 0.90 to Wva · Structure no. 000000000015857
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 59 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,211
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 259 over Capon Run is a concrete culvert carrying Route 259 over Capon Run in Rockingham County, Virginia. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 2,211 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,465 by 2042. The structure is 59 ft (17.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 198.8 mi (320 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 Route 259 over Capon Run built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 259 over Capon 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Route 259 over Capon Run carry?
About 2,211 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Route 259 over Capon Run?
The structure is 59 ft (17.9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Route 259 over Capon Run?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.