Silas Dodd Lane over Sandy River
GoodPittsylvania County, Virginia · 1.39 to 844 - 0.93 to 939 · Structure no. 000000000013541
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 2008
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 31 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 68
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Silas Dodd Lane over Sandy River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Silas Dodd Lane over Sandy River in Pittsylvania County, Virginia. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 93 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 68 vehicles a day, projected to reach 77 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Silas Dodd Lane over Sandy River built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.
What condition is Silas Dodd Lane over Sandy 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Silas Dodd Lane over Sandy River carry?
About 68 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is Silas Dodd Lane over Sandy River?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Silas Dodd Lane over Sandy River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.