US Bridges

Alum Springs RD over Alum Run

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Shenandoah County, Virginia · 2.60 to 720 - 1.30 to 263 · Structure no. 000000000017270

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
351
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Alum Springs RD over Alum Run is a concrete culvert carrying Alum Springs RD over Alum Run in Shenandoah County, Virginia. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 351 vehicles a day, projected to reach 531 by 2045. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesAlum Springs RD
CrossesAlum Run
Location2.60 to 720 - 1.30 to 263
RouteCounty Highway 717
CountyShenandoah County
StateVirginia
Coordinates38.82848, -78.77893
Functional classRural 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 inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic351 (2014)
Projected traffic531 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$41 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Alum Springs RD over Alum Run built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Alum Springs RD over Alum 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Alum Springs RD over Alum Run carry?

About 351 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Alum Springs RD over Alum Run?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Alum Springs RD over Alum Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.