Towles Mill Rd. over Ta River
GoodSpotsylvania County, Virginia · 1.2M RTE208-1.1M RTE691 · Structure no. 000000000018033
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 67 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,033
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Towles Mill Rd. over Ta River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Towles Mill Rd. over Ta River in Spotsylvania County, Virginia. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 1,033 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,550 by 2045. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 Towles Mill Rd. over Ta River built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Towles Mill Rd. over Ta 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Towles Mill Rd. over Ta River carry?
About 1,033 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is Towles Mill Rd. over Ta River?
The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Towles Mill Rd. over Ta River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.