Rt 60 Richmond HWY over Rt 29 Nbl & Sbl
GoodAmherst County, Virginia · 0.52-AMHERS CL/0.11-RT 29 · Structure no. 000000000001372
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 266 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,764
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt 60 Richmond HWY over Rt 29 Nbl & Sbl is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rt 60 Richmond HWY over Rt 29 Nbl & Sbl in Amherst County, Virginia. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 5,764 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,415 by 2045. The structure is 266 ft (81.1 m) long and 76 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt 60 Richmond HWY over Rt 29 Nbl & Sbl built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt 60 Richmond HWY over Rt 29 Nbl & Sbl 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Rt 60 Richmond HWY over Rt 29 Nbl & Sbl carry?
About 5,764 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Rt 60 Richmond HWY over Rt 29 Nbl & Sbl?
The structure is 266 ft (81.1 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.
Who owns Rt 60 Richmond HWY over Rt 29 Nbl & Sbl?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.