Colonial Parkway over Back River

Fair Condition70 years old1,319 vehicles/day

Location

StateVirginia
CountyJames City
Location7.6 Miles South Of Va Rou
CarriesColonial Parkway
CrossesBack River
Coordinates37.21453, -76.79994

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical7 — Countermeasures installed

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length54.1 ft (16.5 m)
Max Span54.1 ft (16.5 m)
Deck Width32.2 ft (9.8 m)
Deck Area161.7 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1956

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,319 (2007)
Truck Traffic13%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerNational Park Service
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number4290026P0000000

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