Burdette Road over Blackwater River
GoodSouthampton County, Virginia · 0.00 Mi. to Southampton C · Structure no. 000000000017798
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 194 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 256
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Burdette Road over Blackwater River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Burdette Road over Blackwater River in Southampton 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 256 vehicles a day, projected to reach 291 by 2045. The structure is 194 ft (59.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Burdette Road over Blackwater River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Burdette Road over Blackwater River 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Burdette Road over Blackwater River carry?
About 256 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is Burdette Road over Blackwater River?
The structure is 194 ft (59.1 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Burdette Road over Blackwater River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.