Peaks RD / RTE 43 over Big Otter River
GoodBedford County, Virginia · 2.69 Bdfd; 0.00 RTE 682S · Structure no. 000000000029545
- Built
- 2018
- 7 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,008
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Peaks RD / RTE 43 over Big Otter River is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Peaks RD / RTE 43 over Big Otter River in Bedford County, Virginia. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 1,008 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,472 by 2042. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Peaks RD / RTE 43 over Big Otter River built?
It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.
What condition is Peaks RD / RTE 43 over Big Otter River 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 2024.
How much traffic does Peaks RD / RTE 43 over Big Otter River carry?
About 1,008 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Peaks RD / RTE 43 over Big Otter River?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Peaks RD / RTE 43 over Big Otter River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.