Chatham Road /57 over Leatherwood Creek
GoodHenry County, Virginia · 1.5-RTE.647;.85-RTE.619 · Structure no. 000000000010017
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,395
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Chatham Road /57 over Leatherwood Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Chatham Road /57 over Leatherwood Creek in Henry County, Virginia. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 3,395 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,785 by 2045. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Chatham Road /57 over Leatherwood Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Chatham Road /57 over Leatherwood 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 2025.
How much traffic does Chatham Road /57 over Leatherwood Creek carry?
About 3,395 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Chatham Road /57 over Leatherwood Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns Chatham Road /57 over Leatherwood Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.