Ivy Road over Mechums River

Fair Condition84 years old11,419 vehicles/day

Location

StateVirginia
CountyAlbemarle
Location0.01 Fr 240 / 0.27 To 682
CarriesIvy Road
CrossesMechums River
Coordinates38.06194, -78.64811

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length211.9 ft (64.6 m)
Max Span53.1 ft (16.2 m)
Deck Width49.5 ft (15.1 m)
Deck Area975.5 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1942

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic11,419 (2022)
Truck Traffic1%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000000598

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