Cheathams Road over Smacks Creek
GoodAmelia County, Virginia · 2.00 FR 38 & 1.81 to 360 · Structure no. 000000000001259
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 34 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 513
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Cheathams Road over Smacks Creek is a steel culvert carrying Cheathams Road over Smacks Creek in Amelia 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 513 vehicles a day, projected to reach 813 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.3 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 Cheathams Road over Smacks Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Cheathams Road over Smacks 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 Cheathams Road over Smacks Creek carry?
About 513 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is Cheathams Road over Smacks Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.7 m).
Who owns Cheathams Road over Smacks Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.