Beach Road over Assateague Channel

Fair Condition46 years old2,355 vehicles/day

Location

StateVirginia
CountyAccomack
LocationEntrance To Chincoteague
CarriesBeach Road
CrossesAssateague Channel
Coordinates37.91714, -75.35053

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length833.0 ft (253.9 m)
Max Span64.0 ft (19.5 m)
Deck Width44.6 ft (13.6 m)
Deck Area3453.0 sq m
Main Spans13
Year Built1980

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,355 (2007)
Truck Traffic1%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerNational Park Service
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number4190001P0000000

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