Richmond Hwy. over James River @ Bent Creek

Good Condition61 years old1,667 vehicles/day

Location

StateVirginia
CountyNelson
Location0.00-rt.26 / 0.00-nelson
CarriesRichmond Hwy.
CrossesJames River @ Bent Creek
Coordinates37.53750, -78.82775

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length647.0 ft (197.2 m)
Max Span125.0 ft (38.1 m)
Deck Width33.1 ft (10.1 m)
Deck Area1991.7 sq m
Main Spans6
Year Built1965 (reconstructed 2024)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,667 (2022)
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000012443

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