Lexington Tpke. over Franklin Creek
GoodAmherst County, Virginia · 7.47 Amh WCL/0.00 Rt 610 · Structure no. 000000000024670
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,608
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lexington Tpke. over Franklin Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Lexington Tpke. over Franklin Creek in Amherst County, Virginia. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 1,608 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,793 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 Lexington Tpke. over Franklin Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lexington Tpke. over Franklin 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 Lexington Tpke. over Franklin Creek carry?
About 1,608 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Lexington Tpke. over Franklin Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Lexington Tpke. over Franklin Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.