29 N & Sbl Bypass over Higginbotham Creek
GoodAmherst County, Virginia · 5.72-RT130/1.37-RT29 · Structure no. 000000000025956
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 61 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,463
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
29 N & Sbl Bypass over Higginbotham Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 29 N & Sbl Bypass over Higginbotham Creek in Amherst County, Virginia. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 17,463 vehicles a day, projected to reach 21,848 by 2045. The structure is 61 ft (18.7 m) long. 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 29 N & Sbl Bypass over Higginbotham Creek built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is 29 N & Sbl Bypass over Higginbotham 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does 29 N & Sbl Bypass over Higginbotham Creek carry?
About 17,463 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is 29 N & Sbl Bypass over Higginbotham Creek?
The structure is 61 ft (18.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).
Who owns 29 N & Sbl Bypass over Higginbotham Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.