Nbl & Sbl 29 Bypas over Higginbotham Creek
GoodAmherst County, Virginia · 5.05-RT130/2.04-RT29 Bus · Structure no. 000000000027667
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,463
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nbl & Sbl 29 Bypas over Higginbotham Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Nbl & Sbl 29 Bypas 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 28 ft (8.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nbl & Sbl 29 Bypas over Higginbotham Creek built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nbl & Sbl 29 Bypas 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 Nbl & Sbl 29 Bypas over Higginbotham Creek carry?
About 17,463 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Nbl & Sbl 29 Bypas over Higginbotham Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns Nbl & Sbl 29 Bypas over Higginbotham Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.