US Bridges

Saunders Grv DR754 over Bore Auger Creek

Good

Bedford County, Virginia · 0.20-RTE 755;0.80-RTE 753 · Structure no. 000000000002892

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
73
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Saunders Grv DR754 over Bore Auger Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Saunders Grv DR754 over Bore Auger Creek in Bedford County, Virginia. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 73 vehicles a day, projected to reach 85 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesSaunders Grv DR754
CrossesBore Auger Creek
Location0.20-RTE 755;0.80-RTE 753
RouteCounty Highway 754
Coordinates37.30711, -79.67807
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic73 (2019)
Projected traffic85 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$5 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Saunders Grv DR754 over Bore Auger Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is Saunders Grv DR754 over Bore Auger 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Saunders Grv DR754 over Bore Auger Creek carry?

About 73 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Saunders Grv DR754 over Bore Auger Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Saunders Grv DR754 over Bore Auger Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.