Crescent Road over Mchenry Creek
FairPosted for loadWashington County, Virginia · 1.47 to Scl - 7.12 FR 11 · Structure no. 000000000018967
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1976
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 55 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,456
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Crescent Road over Mchenry Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Crescent Road over Mchenry Creek in Washington County, Virginia. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1976, so it is 99 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,456 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,738 by 2045. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 49 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Frequently asked questions
When was Crescent Road over Mchenry Creek built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.
What condition is Crescent Road over Mchenry Creek 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 2023.
How much traffic does Crescent Road over Mchenry Creek carry?
About 2,456 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Crescent Road over Mchenry Creek?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns Crescent Road over Mchenry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.