Bells Valley Road over Cove Creek
FairRockbridge County, Virginia · 1.21 to 42 & 0.01 to 601 · Structure no. 000000000015462
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 110
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bells Valley Road over Cove Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bells Valley Road over Cove Creek in Rockbridge County, Virginia. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 6 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 110 vehicles a day, projected to reach 124 by 2045. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bells Valley Road over Cove Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bells Valley Road over Cove Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Bells Valley Road over Cove Creek carry?
About 110 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Bells Valley Road over Cove Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).
Who owns Bells Valley Road over Cove Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.