Fall Hill Avenue over Old Rappahannock Canal
GoodFredericksburg city, Virginia · 0.2M RTE1-0.6M RTE1 Alt · Structure no. 000000000020245
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 66 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,898
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Fall Hill Avenue over Old Rappahannock Canal is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Fall Hill Avenue over Old Rappahannock Canal in Fredericksburg city, Virginia. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 1,898 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,116 by 2042. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fall Hill Avenue over Old Rappahannock Canal built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fall Hill Avenue over Old Rappahannock Canal 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Fall Hill Avenue over Old Rappahannock Canal carry?
About 1,898 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Fall Hill Avenue over Old Rappahannock Canal?
The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns Fall Hill Avenue over Old Rappahannock Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.