Richardson Gorge over Jackson River

Fair Condition46 years old314 vehicles/day

Location

StateVirginia
CountyBath
Location4.64 To 600 & 3.06 To 607
CarriesRichardson Gorge
CrossesJackson River
Coordinates38.02898, -79.90805

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length240.2 ft (73.2 m)
Max Span80.1 ft (24.4 m)
Deck Width15.7 ft (4.8 m)
Deck Area351.4 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1980

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic314 (2018)
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 22 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000002478

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