US Bridges

Village DR 1460 over Br of Beaver Dam Ck

Poor

Bedford County, Virginia · 0.00 Rt 619; 0.30 Rt 1461 · Structure no. 000000000024893

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
521
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Village DR 1460 over Br of Beaver Dam Ck is a steel culvert carrying Village DR 1460 over Br of Beaver Dam Ck in Bedford County, Virginia. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 521 vehicles a day, projected to reach 629 by 2045. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesVillage DR 1460
CrossesBr of Beaver Dam Ck
Location0.00 Rt 619; 0.30 Rt 1461
RouteCounty Highway 1460
CountyBedford County
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.29835, -79.75774
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic521 (2019)
Projected traffic629 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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$959 million (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Village DR 1460 over Br of Beaver Dam Ck built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Village DR 1460 over Br of Beaver Dam Ck 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Village DR 1460 over Br of Beaver Dam Ck carry?

About 521 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Village DR 1460 over Br of Beaver Dam Ck?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Village DR 1460 over Br of Beaver Dam Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.