Jackson River HWY over Jackson River
FairAlleghany County, Virginia · 0.20 to 680 & 0.60 to 642 · Structure no. 000000000001187
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 265 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,847
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Jackson River HWY over Jackson River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Jackson River HWY over Jackson River in Alleghany County, Virginia. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,847 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,059 by 2045. The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Jackson River HWY over Jackson River built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Jackson River HWY over Jackson River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does Jackson River HWY over Jackson River carry?
About 1,847 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Jackson River HWY over Jackson River?
The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long with a longest span of 99 ft (30.2 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Jackson River HWY over Jackson River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.