Forest Road over Skidmore Fork
FairAugusta County, Virginia · On Fdr 95 · Structure no. 080802000001106
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 250
- 1998 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Forest Road over Skidmore Fork is a steel culvert carrying Forest Road over Skidmore Fork in Augusta County, Virginia. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 6 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 250 vehicles a day, projected to reach 375 by 2045. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Forest Road over Skidmore Fork built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is Forest Road over Skidmore Fork 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Forest Road over Skidmore Fork carry?
About 250 vehicles per day (1998 count).
How long is Forest Road over Skidmore Fork?
The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long.
Who owns Forest Road over Skidmore Fork?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.