460 Wbl Bypass over 460 Bus
FairBedford County, Virginia · 0.22-BEDFORD L;0.71-RT 43 · Structure no. 000000000022414
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 142 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,082
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
460 Wbl Bypass over 460 Bus is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 460 Wbl Bypass over 460 Bus in Bedford County, Virginia. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 5 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 8,082 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,684 by 2045. The structure is 142 ft (43.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 460 Wbl Bypass over 460 Bus built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is 460 Wbl Bypass over 460 Bus 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 460 Wbl Bypass over 460 Bus carry?
About 8,082 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is 460 Wbl Bypass over 460 Bus?
The structure is 142 ft (43.2 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns 460 Wbl Bypass over 460 Bus?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.