Amherst Highway over Buffalo River
Fair Condition55 years old17,350 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Amherst |
| Location | 0.00-rt.608 / 0.60-rt.739 |
| Carries | Amherst Highway |
| Crosses | Buffalo River |
| Coordinates | 37.60524, -79.02644 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 7 (Good) |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 5 — Stable for scour |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel Continuous |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 231.3 ft (70.5 m) |
| Max Span | 89.9 ft (27.4 m) |
| Deck Width | 42.0 ft (12.8 m) |
| Deck Area | 902.4 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1971 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 17,350 (2022) |
| Truck Traffic | 1% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 823 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000000001338 |