Forest Road 221 over Big Otter River

Good Condition37 years old8,674 vehicles/day

Location

StateVirginia
CountyBedford
Location0.16 RT 830; 0.07 RT 670
CarriesForest Road 221
CrossesBig Otter River
Coordinates37.36447, -79.41991

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length262.1 ft (79.9 m)
Max Span129.9 ft (39.6 m)
Deck Width49.9 ft (15.2 m)
Deck Area1214.5 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1989

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic8,674 (2022)
Truck Traffic1%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000002618

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