Forest Road over North River
GoodAugusta County, Virginia · Near Inter. Fdr 95 & 95A · Structure no. 080802000003174
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 70
- 1998 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Forest Road over North River is a concrete slab carrying Forest Road over North River in Augusta County, Virginia. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 75 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 70 vehicles a day, projected to reach 105 by 2045. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Forest Road over North River built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is Forest Road over North River 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 Forest Road over North River carry?
About 70 vehicles per day (1998 count).
How long is Forest Road over North River?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.8 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns Forest Road over North River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.