Straightstone Road over S Channel Staunton River
FairPosted for loadPittsylvania County, Virginia · 0.0 to Pitt - 0.0 to Camp · Structure no. 000000000013701
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 306 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 609
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Straightstone Road over S Channel Staunton River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Straightstone Road over S Channel Staunton River in Pittsylvania County, Virginia. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 609 vehicles a day, projected to reach 688 by 2045. The structure is 306 ft (93.2 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Straightstone Road over S Channel Staunton River built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Straightstone Road over S Channel Staunton River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Straightstone Road over S Channel Staunton River carry?
About 609 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Straightstone Road over S Channel Staunton River?
The structure is 306 ft (93.2 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.2 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Straightstone Road over S Channel Staunton River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.