US Bridges

Villamont Rd. 698 over S. Fork Goose Creek

GoodPosted for load

Bedford County, Virginia · 2.55 Rt 802; 0.05 Rt 460 · Structure no. 000000000002829

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
35 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
190
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Villamont Rd. 698 over S. Fork Goose Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Villamont Rd. 698 over S. Fork Goose Creek in Bedford County, Virginia. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 190 vehicles a day, projected to reach 215 by 2045. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesVillamont Rd. 698
CrossesS. Fork Goose Creek
Location2.55 Rt 802; 0.05 Rt 460
RouteCounty Highway 698
CountyBedford County
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.38754, -79.74097
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width15 ft (4.6 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic190 (2019)
Projected traffic215 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$662 million (2017 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Villamont Rd. 698 over S. Fork Goose Creek built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is Villamont Rd. 698 over S. Fork Goose 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Villamont Rd. 698 over S. Fork Goose Creek carry?

About 190 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Villamont Rd. 698 over S. Fork Goose Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.

Who owns Villamont Rd. 698 over S. Fork Goose Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.