Independence Road over Riga Run
GoodOrange County, Virginia · 2.40 from 624 &.80 to 522 · Structure no. 000000000013020
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old, rebuilt 2007
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 792
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Independence Road over Riga Run is a concrete slab carrying Independence Road over Riga Run in Orange County, Virginia. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 54 years old, older than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 792 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,138 by 2045. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Independence Road over Riga Run built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.
What condition is Independence Road over Riga Run in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.
How much traffic does Independence Road over Riga Run carry?
About 792 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is Independence Road over Riga Run?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Independence Road over Riga Run?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.