US Bridges

Fork Mtn RD 608 over Big Chestnut Creek

GoodPosted for load

Franklin County, Virginia · 0.25 Rt 759; 1.22 Rt 718 · Structure no. 000000000007828

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
347
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fork Mtn RD 608 over Big Chestnut Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Fork Mtn RD 608 over Big Chestnut Creek in Franklin County, Virginia. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 347 vehicles a day, projected to reach 359 by 2045. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFork Mtn RD 608
CrossesBig Chestnut Creek
Location0.25 Rt 759; 1.22 Rt 718
RouteCounty Highway 608
CountyFranklin County
StateVirginia
Coordinates36.85592, -79.90307
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic347 (2017)
Projected traffic359 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.8 million (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Fork Mtn RD 608 over Big Chestnut Creek built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Fork Mtn RD 608 over Big Chestnut Creek 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Fork Mtn RD 608 over Big Chestnut Creek carry?

About 347 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is Fork Mtn RD 608 over Big Chestnut Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Fork Mtn RD 608 over Big Chestnut Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.