Bear Branch Road over N Fork Powell River
GoodWise County, Virginia · 3.95MTO610&.06MTO610 · Structure no. 000000000027878
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 76 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 719
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bear Branch Road over N Fork Powell River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Bear Branch Road over N Fork Powell River in Wise County, Virginia. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 719 vehicles a day, projected to reach 765 by 2040. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bear Branch Road over N Fork Powell River built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bear Branch Road over N Fork Powell 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Bear Branch Road over N Fork Powell River carry?
About 719 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Bear Branch Road over N Fork Powell River?
The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Bear Branch Road over N Fork Powell River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.