Old Richmond Road over Birch Creek
GoodPittsylvania County, Virginia · 1.10 to 716 - 1.10 to 715 · Structure no. 000000000013521
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 490
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old Richmond Road over Birch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Old Richmond Road over Birch Creek in Pittsylvania County, Virginia. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 490 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 546 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old Richmond Road over Birch Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old Richmond Road over Birch Creek 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Old Richmond Road over Birch Creek carry?
About 490 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Old Richmond Road over Birch Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m).
Who owns Old Richmond Road over Birch Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.