Nbl T. Nelson HWY over Muddy Creek
FairNelson County, Virginia · 2.91-RT.29BUS/0.00-RT.775 · Structure no. 000000000012408
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,122
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nbl T. Nelson HWY over Muddy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Nbl T. Nelson HWY over Muddy Creek in Nelson County, Virginia. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 8,122 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,858 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nbl T. Nelson HWY over Muddy Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nbl T. Nelson HWY over Muddy Creek 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Nbl T. Nelson HWY over Muddy Creek carry?
About 8,122 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Nbl T. Nelson HWY over Muddy Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Nbl T. Nelson HWY over Muddy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.