Beef Steak Road over Pigeon Swamp
FairSussex County, Virginia · 1.70 to 625/1.51 to 651 · Structure no. 000000000018330
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 29 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 177
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Beef Steak Road over Pigeon Swamp is a steel culvert carrying Beef Steak Road over Pigeon Swamp in Sussex County, Virginia. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 177 vehicles a day, projected to reach 281 by 2042. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Beef Steak Road over Pigeon Swamp built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Beef Steak Road over Pigeon Swamp in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.
How much traffic does Beef Steak Road over Pigeon Swamp carry?
About 177 vehicles per day (2014 count).
How long is Beef Steak Road over Pigeon Swamp?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2 m).
Who owns Beef Steak Road over Pigeon Swamp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.