Sbl Route 29 over Tye River

Fair Condition54 years old15,481 vehicles/day

Location

StateVirginia
CountyAmherst
Location0.00-amherst/0.00-nelson
CarriesSbl Route 29
CrossesTye River
Coordinates37.65538, -78.96118

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length640.1 ft (195.1 m)
Max Span127.0 ft (38.7 m)
Deck Width42.0 ft (12.8 m)
Deck Area2497.3 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1972

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic15,481 (2022)
Truck Traffic1%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000001340

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