South River Road over South River
FairRockbridge County, Virginia · 1.73 to 710 & 0.36 to 709 · Structure no. 000000000015414
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 81 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 215
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
South River Road over South River is a concrete slab carrying South River Road over South River in Rockbridge County, Virginia. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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.
It carries about 215 vehicles a day, projected to reach 243 by 2045. The structure is 81 ft (24.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South River Road over South River built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is South River Road over South 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does South River Road over South River carry?
About 215 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is South River Road over South River?
The structure is 81 ft (24.7 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns South River Road over South River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.