US Bridges

Statler Boulevard over Lewis Creek

Good

Staunton city, Virginia · 0002254 001211 · Structure no. 000000000021992

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
62 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
13,749
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Statler Boulevard over Lewis Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Statler Boulevard over Lewis Creek in Staunton city, Virginia. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 13,749 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15,330 by 2042. The structure is 62 ft (19 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesStatler Boulevard
CrossesLewis Creek
Location0002254 001211
RouteState Highway 261
Coordinates38.15286, -79.05511
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82 US tons
Inventory rating63.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length62 ft (19 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,749 (2022)
Projected traffic15,330 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$6 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Statler Boulevard over Lewis Creek built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is Statler Boulevard over Lewis Creek 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Statler Boulevard over Lewis Creek carry?

About 13,749 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Statler Boulevard over Lewis Creek?

The structure is 62 ft (19 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns Statler Boulevard over Lewis Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.