US Bridges

Wadlow Gap HWY over Branch

Fair

Scott County, Virginia · 0.65M TO704& 0.30M to 614 · Structure no. 000000000016881

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,233
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wadlow Gap HWY over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Wadlow Gap HWY over Branch in Scott County, Virginia. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 9,233 vehicles a day, projected to reach 13,850 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesWadlow Gap HWY
CrossesBranch
Location0.65M TO704& 0.30M to 614
RouteState Highway 224
CountyScott County
StateVirginia
Coordinates36.61162, -82.53126
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 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 traffic9,233 (2022)
Projected traffic13,850 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Wadlow Gap HWY over Branch built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wadlow Gap HWY over Branch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Wadlow Gap HWY over Branch carry?

About 9,233 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Wadlow Gap HWY over Branch?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Wadlow Gap HWY over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.