Old River Road over Black Creek
FairNew Kent County, Virginia · 2.0 to 609 & 0.30 to 606 · Structure no. 000000000012716
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 47 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 330
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old River Road over Black Creek is a steel culvert carrying Old River Road over Black Creek in New Kent County, Virginia. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 330 vehicles a day, projected to reach 483 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old River Road over Black Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old River Road over Black 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Old River Road over Black Creek carry?
About 330 vehicles per day (2014 count).
How long is Old River Road over Black Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Old River Road over Black Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.