Melon Road over Stream
GoodHalifax County, Virginia · 1.96 to 751 - 0.25 to 691 · Structure no. 000000000009267
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 722
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Melon Road over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Melon Road over Stream in Halifax County, Virginia. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older 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 722 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 805 by 2045. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Melon Road over Stream built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Melon Road over Stream 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 Melon Road over Stream carry?
About 722 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Melon Road over Stream?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Melon Road over Stream?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.