Ivor Road over Lightwood Swamp
GoodSouthampton County, Virginia · 0.75 MI to Int. Rte. 605 · Structure no. 000000000017789
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,474
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ivor Road over Lightwood Swamp is a concrete culvert carrying Ivor Road over Lightwood Swamp in Southampton County, Virginia. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 1,474 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,867 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 Ivor Road over Lightwood Swamp built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ivor Road over Lightwood Swamp 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Ivor Road over Lightwood Swamp carry?
About 1,474 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Ivor Road over Lightwood Swamp?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Ivor Road over Lightwood Swamp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.