Dowdy Crossing 731 over Crab Orchard Creek
Good Condition59 years old36 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Bedford |
| Location | 0.70 RT 727; 1.20 RT 626 |
| Carries | Dowdy Crossing 731 |
| Crosses | Crab Orchard Creek |
| Coordinates | 37.17984, -79.46806 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Good |
| Deck | 8 (Very Good) |
| Superstructure | 8 (Very Good) |
| Substructure | 7 (Good) |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 5 — Stable for scour |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 37.1 ft (11.3 m) |
| Max Span | 37.1 ft (11.3 m) |
| Deck Width | 21.3 ft (6.5 m) |
| Deck Area | 73.5 sq m |
| Main Spans | 1 |
| Year Built | 1967 (reconstructed 2012) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 36 (2019) |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 324 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000000002864 |