Merrimac Trail over Colonial Pkwy
GoodPosted for loadWilliamsburg city, Virginia · 0.14SCL Willi O.76 to 31 · Structure no. 000000000022338
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 56 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,343
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Merrimac Trail over Colonial Pkwy is a concrete arch - deck carrying Merrimac Trail over Colonial Pkwy in Williamsburg city, Virginia. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 5,343 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,957 by 2042. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Merrimac Trail over Colonial Pkwy built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is Merrimac Trail over Colonial Pkwy 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Merrimac Trail over Colonial Pkwy carry?
About 5,343 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Merrimac Trail over Colonial Pkwy?
The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Merrimac Trail over Colonial Pkwy?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.