Francis Avenue over Harris Creek
FairAmherst County, Virginia · 0.07-RT 1203/0.05-RT 671 · Structure no. 000000000001564
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 161
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Francis Avenue over Harris Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Francis Avenue over Harris Creek in Amherst County, Virginia. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 161 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 180 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Francis Avenue over Harris Creek built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is Francis Avenue over Harris Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Francis Avenue over Harris Creek carry?
About 161 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Francis Avenue over Harris Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Francis Avenue over Harris Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.