S Ft Valley Road over Hughes River
FairMadison County, Virginia · .01 from 602 &.07 Rapp CO · Structure no. 000000000011714
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 128 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,452
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S Ft Valley Road over Hughes River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying S Ft Valley Road over Hughes River in Madison County, Virginia. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 97 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 6 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 1,452 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,619 by 2045. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.7 mi (88 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S Ft Valley Road over Hughes River built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is S Ft Valley Road over Hughes River 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does S Ft Valley Road over Hughes River carry?
About 1,452 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is S Ft Valley Road over Hughes River?
The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns S Ft Valley Road over Hughes River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.