US Bridges

Westover Hills Blv over James Rv;ns Rwy;csx Rwy

FairPosted for load

Richmond city, Virginia · .25 New Kent .78 Shirley · Structure no. 000000000021528

Built
1924
101 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Truss - Deck
Steel
Length
2,032 ft
11 main spans
Daily traffic
9,040
2022 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

Westover Hills Blv over James Rv;ns Rwy;csx Rwy is a steel truss - deck carrying Westover Hills Blv over James Rv;ns Rwy;csx Rwy in Richmond city, Virginia. It was built in 1924, so it is 101 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 9,040 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10,080 by 2045. The structure is 2,032 ft (619.4 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesWestover Hills Blv
CrossesJames Rv;ns Rwy;csx Rwy
Location.25 New Kent .78 Shirley
RouteState Highway 161
CountyRichmond city
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.52969, -77.4852
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating21.1 US tons
Inventory rating3.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Deck
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans11 (+20 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length2,032 ft (619.4 m)
Longest span129 ft (39.3 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width23 ft (6.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,040 (2022)
Projected traffic10,080 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollToll bridge
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$600 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Westover Hills Blv over James Rv;ns Rwy;csx Rwy built?

It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025.

What condition is Westover Hills Blv over James Rv;ns Rwy;csx Rwy 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Westover Hills Blv over James Rv;ns Rwy;csx Rwy carry?

About 9,040 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Westover Hills Blv over James Rv;ns Rwy;csx Rwy?

The structure is 2,032 ft (619.4 m) long with a longest span of 129 ft (39.3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Westover Hills Blv over James Rv;ns Rwy;csx Rwy?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.