Old Highway 19 over Indian Creek
PoorPosted for loadRussell County, Virginia · .67M to 640&.33MTOTAZ.CO. · Structure no. 000000000016529
- Built
- 1913
- 112 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 113 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 193
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old Highway 19 over Indian Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Old Highway 19 over Indian Creek in Russell County, Virginia. It was built in 1913, so it is 112 years old, older than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 193 vehicles a day, projected to reach 290 by 2045. The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 10.6 mi (17 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old Highway 19 over Indian Creek built?
It was built in 1913, making it 112 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old Highway 19 over Indian Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does Old Highway 19 over Indian Creek carry?
About 193 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is Old Highway 19 over Indian Creek?
The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.
Who owns Old Highway 19 over Indian Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.