Forest ROAD/221 over Norfolk Southern Railway
GoodBedford County, Virginia · 2.50 Lychbg; 1.60 Rt 811 · Structure no. 000000000023857
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 242 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,589
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Forest ROAD/221 over Norfolk Southern Railway is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Forest ROAD/221 over Norfolk Southern Railway in Bedford County, Virginia. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 24,589 vehicles a day, projected to reach 34,822 by 2042. The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long and 71 ft wide.
Location
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Forest ROAD/221 over Norfolk Southern Railway built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Forest ROAD/221 over Norfolk Southern Railway 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Forest ROAD/221 over Norfolk Southern Railway carry?
About 24,589 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Forest ROAD/221 over Norfolk Southern Railway?
The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.
Who owns Forest ROAD/221 over Norfolk Southern Railway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.