Melita Road over Slate River
Fair Condition59 years old155 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Virginia |
| County | Buckingham |
| Location | 2.14-rt.729 / 2.09-rt.651 |
| Carries | Melita Road |
| Crosses | Slate River |
| Coordinates | 37.64556, -78.45301 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 7 (Good) |
| Substructure | 7 (Good) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 5 — Stable for scour |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 174.5 ft (53.2 m) |
| Max Span | 54.5 ft (16.6 m) |
| Deck Width | 28.9 ft (8.8 m) |
| Deck Area | 468.2 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1967 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 155 (2018) |
| 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 | 000000000004065 |