Whispering Pine RD over South Prong Sandy River
GoodPittsylvania County, Virginia · 0.02 to 848 - 1.55 to 845 · Structure no. 000000000024962
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 152 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 675
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Whispering Pine RD over South Prong Sandy River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Whispering Pine RD over South Prong Sandy River in Pittsylvania County, Virginia. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 675 vehicles a day, projected to reach 986 by 2045. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Whispering Pine RD over South Prong Sandy River built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Whispering Pine RD over South Prong 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 2023.
How much traffic does Whispering Pine RD over South Prong Sandy River carry?
About 675 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Whispering Pine RD over South Prong Sandy River?
The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Whispering Pine RD over South Prong Sandy River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.