Wilderness Road over Wilderness Creek
FairBland County, Virginia · .20 FR I-77; 4.7 to R608 · Structure no. 000000000003063
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,046
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wilderness Road over Wilderness Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Wilderness Road over Wilderness Creek in Bland County, Virginia. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 6 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 1,046 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,162 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wilderness Road over Wilderness Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wilderness Road over Wilderness Creek 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Wilderness Road over Wilderness Creek carry?
About 1,046 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Wilderness Road over Wilderness Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns Wilderness Road over Wilderness Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.