S Independence Bld over Drainage Canal
FairVirginia Beach city, Virginia · 0.02MOORCK RD0.03SALEM RD · Structure no. 000000000022194
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,561
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
S Independence Bld over Drainage Canal is a prestressed concrete slab carrying S Independence Bld over Drainage Canal in Virginia Beach 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 7,561 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,431 by 2042. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S Independence Bld over Drainage Canal built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is S Independence Bld over Drainage Canal 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does S Independence Bld over Drainage Canal carry?
About 7,561 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is S Independence Bld over Drainage Canal?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns S Independence Bld over Drainage Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.