Hurricane DR 639 over North Otter Creek
PoorPosted for loadBedford County, Virginia · 3.90 Rt 643; 0.17 Rt 122 · Structure no. 000000000002729
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel
- Length
- 66 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 262
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Hurricane DR 639 over North Otter Creek is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying Hurricane DR 639 over North Otter Creek in Bedford County, Virginia. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 years old, older than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 262 vehicles a day, projected to reach 398 by 2045. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Hurricane DR 639 over North Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is Hurricane DR 639 over North Otter Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does Hurricane DR 639 over North Otter Creek carry?
About 262 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Hurricane DR 639 over North Otter Creek?
The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns Hurricane DR 639 over North Otter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.