Lexington Turnpike over Buffalo River

Good Condition12 years old1,608 vehicles/day

Location

StateVirginia
CountyAmherst
Location0.05-rt 635 0.75-rt 635
CarriesLexington Turnpike
CrossesBuffalo River
Coordinates37.67994, -79.22200

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length88.9 ft (27.1 m)
Max Span83.0 ft (25.3 m)
Deck Width43.3 ft (13.2 m)
Deck Area357.7 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built2014

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,608 (2022)
Truck Traffic2%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000028935

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