Bluegrass RD / 722 over Smith River
GoodPatrick County, Virginia · 0.50-RT 8;1.75-RT 723 · Structure no. 000000000027988
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 62 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 89
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bluegrass RD / 722 over Smith River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bluegrass RD / 722 over Smith River in Patrick County, Virginia. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 89 vehicles a day, projected to reach 180 by 2042. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bluegrass RD / 722 over Smith River built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bluegrass RD / 722 over Smith River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Bluegrass RD / 722 over Smith River carry?
About 89 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is Bluegrass RD / 722 over Smith River?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Bluegrass RD / 722 over Smith River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.