Route 13 Nbl over Ches. Bay - Trestle B
PoorNorthampton County, Virginia · 1050NHMPTN CO0489NCL Va B · Structure no. 000000000012750
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 19,798 ft
- 265 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,424
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- State Toll Authority
About this bridge
Route 13 Nbl over Ches. Bay - Trestle B is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Route 13 Nbl over Ches. Bay - Trestle B in Northampton County, Virginia. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 5,424 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7,919 by 2042. The structure is 19,798 ft (6,034.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 13 Nbl over Ches. Bay - Trestle B built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 13 Nbl over Ches. Bay - Trestle B in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does Route 13 Nbl over Ches. Bay - Trestle B carry?
About 5,424 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Route 13 Nbl over Ches. Bay - Trestle B?
The structure is 19,798 ft (6,034.4 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Route 13 Nbl over Ches. Bay - Trestle B?
It is owned by the State Toll Authority.