US Bridges

A L Philpott HWY58 over Preston Branch

Fair

Henry County, Virginia · .4-RTE. 876; .2-RTE. 602 · Structure no. 000000000010046

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,991
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

A L Philpott HWY58 over Preston Branch is a concrete culvert carrying A L Philpott HWY58 over Preston Branch in Henry County, Virginia. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 7,991 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,910 by 2045. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesA L Philpott HWY58
CrossesPreston Branch
Location.4-RTE. 876; .2-RTE. 602
RouteU.S. Route 58
CountyHenry County
StateVirginia
Coordinates36.65314, -79.89446
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,991 (2022)
Projected traffic8,910 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$433 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was A L Philpott HWY58 over Preston Branch built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is A L Philpott HWY58 over Preston Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does A L Philpott HWY58 over Preston Branch carry?

About 7,991 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is A L Philpott HWY58 over Preston Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).

Who owns A L Philpott HWY58 over Preston Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.