Forest Road 221 over Big Otter River
Good Condition37 years old8,674 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Bedford |
| Location | 0.16 RT 830; 0.07 RT 670 |
| Carries | Forest Road 221 |
| Crosses | Big Otter River |
| Coordinates | 37.36447, -79.41991 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Good |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 7 (Good) |
| Substructure | 7 (Good) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel Continuous |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 262.1 ft (79.9 m) |
| Max Span | 129.9 ft (39.6 m) |
| Deck Width | 49.9 ft (15.2 m) |
| Deck Area | 1214.5 sq m |
| Main Spans | 2 |
| Year Built | 1989 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 8,674 (2022) |
| Truck Traffic | 1% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | October 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000000002618 |