Shellabarger DR over Warwick River Tributary
GoodNewport News city, Virginia · 0.6 Miles West of Warwick · Structure no. AFVAHERT00008
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 235 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Air Force
About this bridge
Shellabarger DR over Warwick River Tributary is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Shellabarger DR over Warwick River Tributary in Newport News city, Virginia. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 2,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,400 by 2038. The structure is 235 ft (71.7 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Shellabarger DR over Warwick River Tributary built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Shellabarger DR over Warwick River Tributary 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Shellabarger DR over Warwick River Tributary carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is Shellabarger DR over Warwick River Tributary?
The structure is 235 ft (71.7 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.5 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns Shellabarger DR over Warwick River Tributary?
It is owned by the Air Force.