Patterson Mill RD over Polecat Draft
GoodAugusta County, Virginia · 0.11 Rt 782 - 1.43 Rt 865 · Structure no. 000000000002317
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 709
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Patterson Mill RD over Polecat Draft is a concrete culvert carrying Patterson Mill RD over Polecat Draft in Augusta County, Virginia. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 709 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 912 by 2045. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Patterson Mill RD over Polecat Draft built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Patterson Mill RD over Polecat Draft 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 Patterson Mill RD over Polecat Draft carry?
About 709 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Patterson Mill RD over Polecat Draft?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.9 m).
Who owns Patterson Mill RD over Polecat Draft?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.