Monroe Rd. over Russell Fork
PoorPosted for loadBuchanan County, Virginia · 0.2-RT. 80; 0.10-DEAD End · Structure no. 000000000029808
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 56 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 60
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Monroe Rd. over Russell Fork is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Monroe Rd. over Russell Fork in Buchanan County, Virginia. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 90 by 2041. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long and 12 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Monroe Rd. over Russell Fork built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is Monroe Rd. over Russell Fork 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Monroe Rd. over Russell Fork carry?
About 60 vehicles per day (2011 count).
How long is Monroe Rd. over Russell Fork?
The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (5 m) and a deck 12 ft wide.
Who owns Monroe Rd. over Russell Fork?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.