Rt 15NB /Rt 460 WB over Little Buffalo Creek
GoodPrince Edward County, Virginia · 0.88 to 15S / 4.30 to 15N · Structure no. 000000000013890
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,821
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rt 15NB /Rt 460 WB over Little Buffalo Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rt 15NB /Rt 460 WB over Little Buffalo Creek in Prince Edward County, Virginia. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 4,821 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,040 by 2045. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rt 15NB /Rt 460 WB over Little Buffalo Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rt 15NB /Rt 460 WB over Little Buffalo 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Rt 15NB /Rt 460 WB over Little Buffalo Creek carry?
About 4,821 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Rt 15NB /Rt 460 WB over Little Buffalo Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Rt 15NB /Rt 460 WB over Little Buffalo Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.