Chestnut Hill R705 over Pigg River
PoorPosted for loadFranklin County, Virginia · 1.50 Rt 954; 0.35 Rt 714 · Structure no. 000000000007916
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 106 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,118
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Chestnut Hill R705 over Pigg River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Chestnut Hill R705 over Pigg River in Franklin County, Virginia. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 1,118 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,608 by 2042. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Chestnut Hill R705 over Pigg River built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Chestnut Hill R705 over Pigg River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Chestnut Hill R705 over Pigg River carry?
About 1,118 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Chestnut Hill R705 over Pigg River?
The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Chestnut Hill R705 over Pigg River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.