US Bridges

Chippenham Parkway over Rattlesnake Creek

Fair

Richmond city, Virginia · .05 Sherbrook .04 Weyburn · Structure no. 000000000021522

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
49,766
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Chippenham Parkway over Rattlesnake Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Chippenham Parkway over Rattlesnake Creek in Richmond city, Virginia. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 6 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 49,766 vehicles a day, projected to reach 65,466 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesChippenham Parkway
CrossesRattlesnake Creek
Location.05 Sherbrook .04 Weyburn
RouteState Highway 150
CountyRichmond city
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.54506, -77.54556
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable 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 + Mod
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic49,766 (2022)
Projected traffic65,466 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Chippenham Parkway over Rattlesnake Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Chippenham Parkway over Rattlesnake 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Chippenham Parkway over Rattlesnake Creek carry?

About 49,766 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Chippenham Parkway over Rattlesnake Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Chippenham Parkway over Rattlesnake Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.