Helen Henderson Hw over Russell Fork River
FairPosted for loadBuchanan County, Virginia · .39 MFR623 ; .01 MTO620 · Structure no. 000000000003777
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,533
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Helen Henderson Hw over Russell Fork River is a concrete slab carrying Helen Henderson Hw over Russell Fork River in Buchanan County, Virginia. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,533 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,709 by 2045. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 75.2 mi (121 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 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 Helen Henderson Hw over Russell Fork River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is Helen Henderson Hw over Russell Fork River 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Helen Henderson Hw over Russell Fork River carry?
About 1,533 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Helen Henderson Hw over Russell Fork River?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.5 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Helen Henderson Hw over Russell Fork River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.