Buck Island Road over Houchins Creek
GoodAlbemarle County, Virginia · 1.23 FR 728 / 0.47 to 733 · Structure no. 000000000000817
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,121
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Buck Island Road over Houchins Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Buck Island Road over Houchins Creek in Albemarle County, Virginia. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,121 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,143 by 2042. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Buck Island Road over Houchins Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Buck Island Road over Houchins Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Buck Island Road over Houchins Creek carry?
About 1,121 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Buck Island Road over Houchins Creek?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Buck Island Road over Houchins Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.