North Fork Road over North Fk Buffalo River
GoodAmherst County, Virginia · .60-RT 60/3.50-DEAD End · Structure no. 000000000001459
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 162
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
North Fork Road over North Fk Buffalo River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying North Fork Road over North Fk Buffalo River in Amherst County, Virginia. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 162 vehicles a day, projected to reach 181 by 2045. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was North Fork Road over North Fk Buffalo River built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is North Fork Road over North Fk Buffalo River 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does North Fork Road over North Fk Buffalo River carry?
About 162 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is North Fork Road over North Fk Buffalo River?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.4 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns North Fork Road over North Fk Buffalo River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.