Route 156 over James River

Fair Condition59 years old6,716 vehicles/day

Location

StateVirginia
CountyPrince George
LocationPrnc Geo & Chrls Cty Cls
CarriesRoute 156
CrossesJames River
Coordinates37.31261, -77.22275

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignMovable - Lift
Total Length4463.3 ft (1360.4 m)
Max Span363.5 ft (110.8 m)
Deck Width28.9 ft (8.8 m)
Deck Area11971.5 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1967

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,716 (2022)
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000014069

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