US Bridges

Stoney Run Road over Stoney Run

Fair

Richmond city, Virginia · 0015E Rich RD0035WCL Rich · Structure no. 000000000021363

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,000
1987 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Stoney Run Road over Stoney Run is a concrete culvert carrying Stoney Run Road over Stoney Run in Richmond city, Virginia. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,200 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesStoney Run Road
CrossesStoney Run
Location0015E Rich RD0035WCL Rich
RouteCity Street 0
CountyRichmond city
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.5361, -77.39003
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,000 (1987)
Projected traffic4,200 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Stoney Run Road over Stoney Run built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Stoney Run Road over Stoney Run 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Stoney Run Road over Stoney Run carry?

About 3,000 vehicles per day (1987 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Stoney Run Road over Stoney Run?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Stoney Run Road over Stoney Run?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.