Rich Patch Road over Karnes Creek
GoodAlleghany County, Virginia · 0.07 to 622 & 2.93 to 623 · Structure no. 000000000001123
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 662
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rich Patch Road over Karnes Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rich Patch Road over Karnes Creek in Alleghany County, Virginia. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older 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 662 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 721 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 Rich Patch Road over Karnes Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rich Patch Road over Karnes 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Rich Patch Road over Karnes Creek carry?
About 662 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Rich Patch Road over Karnes Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns Rich Patch Road over Karnes Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.