Catharpin Rd. over Ni River
FairSpotsylvania County, Virginia · 1.8M RTE610-0.5M RTE624 · Structure no. 000000000018002
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 64 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,916
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Catharpin Rd. over Ni River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Catharpin Rd. over Ni River in Spotsylvania County, Virginia. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older 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 5 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 3,916 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,366 by 2045. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Catharpin Rd. over Ni River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Catharpin Rd. over Ni 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Catharpin Rd. over Ni River carry?
About 3,916 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Catharpin Rd. over Ni River?
The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Catharpin Rd. over Ni River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.