Helen Henderson Hw over Hurricane Creek
FairBuchanan County, Virginia · 7.8 to RU.CO;2.1 to Di.Co · Structure no. 000000000003781
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,533
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Helen Henderson Hw over Hurricane Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Helen Henderson Hw over Hurricane Creek in Buchanan County, Virginia. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 1,533 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,709 by 2045. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Helen Henderson Hw over Hurricane Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Helen Henderson Hw over Hurricane 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Helen Henderson Hw over Hurricane Creek carry?
About 1,533 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Helen Henderson Hw over Hurricane Creek?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Helen Henderson Hw over Hurricane Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.