Breezers Branch over Thompsons Creek
GoodRussell County, Virginia · .02M to 646 & .08M to 743 · Structure no. 000000000016462
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old, rebuilt 2019
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 126
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Breezers Branch over Thompsons Creek is a concrete slab carrying Breezers Branch over Thompsons Creek in Russell County, Virginia. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 53 years old, older 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 126 vehicles a day, projected to reach 202 by 2045. The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Breezers Branch over Thompsons Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.
What condition is Breezers Branch over Thompsons 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Breezers Branch over Thompsons Creek carry?
About 126 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is Breezers Branch over Thompsons Creek?
The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.2 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Breezers Branch over Thompsons Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.