Tidewater Trail over Ruffins Pond

Fair Condition45 years old8,550 vehicles/day

Location

StateVirginia
CountySpotsylvania
Location0.4m Rte17-5.1m Rte3
CarriesTidewater Trail
CrossesRuffins Pond
Coordinates38.23747, -77.41119

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length149.9 ft (45.7 m)
Max Span49.9 ft (15.2 m)
Deck Width45.9 ft (14 m)
Deck Area639.8 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1981

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic8,550 (2022)
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000017916

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