Power Dam RD 713 over Pigg River
GoodFranklin County, Virginia · 0.60 Ecl Rkmt; 1.60 RT674 · Structure no. 000000000007919
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 252 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 737
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Power Dam RD 713 over Pigg River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Power Dam RD 713 over Pigg River in Franklin County, Virginia. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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.
It carries about 737 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,116 by 2045. The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Power Dam RD 713 over Pigg River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Power Dam RD 713 over Pigg River 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Power Dam RD 713 over Pigg River carry?
About 737 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is Power Dam RD 713 over Pigg River?
The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Power Dam RD 713 over Pigg River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.