Indian River Road over Branch West Neck Creek
PoorVirginia Beach city, Virginia · 1.10W Neck RD0.90P Anne R · Structure no. 000000000022170
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 73 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,116
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Indian River Road over Branch West Neck Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Indian River Road over Branch West Neck Creek in Virginia Beach city, Virginia. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, younger than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 6,116 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,929 by 2045. The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Indian River Road over Branch West Neck Creek built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is Indian River Road over Branch West Neck Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does Indian River Road over Branch West Neck Creek carry?
About 6,116 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Indian River Road over Branch West Neck Creek?
The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Indian River Road over Branch West Neck Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.