Free Union Road over Mechums River

Fair Condition45 years old2,864 vehicles/day

Location

StateVirginia
CountyAlbemarle
Location0.42 Fr 829 / 0.08 To 678
CarriesFree Union Road
CrossesMechums River
Coordinates38.12955, -78.54916

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length182.4 ft (55.6 m)
Max Span44.9 ft (13.7 m)
Deck Width34.1 ft (10.4 m)
Deck Area578.2 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1981

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,864 (2022)
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000000631

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