Banister Road over Banister River
GoodPittsylvania County, Virginia · 1.80 to 750 - 1.55 to 834 · Structure no. 000000000013536
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 170 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 220
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Banister Road over Banister River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Banister Road over Banister River in Pittsylvania County, Virginia. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 220 vehicles a day, projected to reach 246 by 2042. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Banister Road over Banister River built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Banister Road over Banister 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Banister Road over Banister River carry?
About 220 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Banister Road over Banister River?
The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Banister Road over Banister River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.