Route 259 over Long Meadow
GoodRockingham County, Virginia · 0.14 Rt 946 - 0.14 Rt 830 · Structure no. 000000000015875
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,847
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 259 over Long Meadow is a concrete culvert carrying Route 259 over Long Meadow in Rockingham County, Virginia. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 8,847 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,911 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 259 over Long Meadow built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 259 over Long Meadow 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Route 259 over Long Meadow carry?
About 8,847 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Route 259 over Long Meadow?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Route 259 over Long Meadow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.