US Bridges

Carolina SP R 734 over Hay Run

Good

Franklin County, Virginia · 2.30 Rt 737; 0.70 Rt 709 · Structure no. 000000000024289

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,271
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Carolina SP R 734 over Hay Run is a steel culvert carrying Carolina SP R 734 over Hay Run in Franklin County, Virginia. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 1,271 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 931 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesCarolina SP R 734
CrossesHay Run
Location2.30 Rt 737; 0.70 Rt 709
RouteCounty Highway 734
CountyFranklin County
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.0112, -79.94722
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,271 (2021)
Projected traffic931 by 2040
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$610 million (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Carolina SP R 734 over Hay Run built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Carolina SP R 734 over Hay Run 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Carolina SP R 734 over Hay Run carry?

About 1,271 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Carolina SP R 734 over Hay Run?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Carolina SP R 734 over Hay Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.