US Bridges

Ebl Route 0460 over Burton Creek

Good

Lynchburg city, Virginia · 002829 Wds RD001029S Ramp · Structure no. 000000000020587

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,811
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ebl Route 0460 over Burton Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ebl Route 0460 over Burton Creek in Lynchburg city, Virginia. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older 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 8,811 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12,864 by 2045. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long.

CarriesEbl Route 0460
CrossesBurton Creek
Location002829 Wds RD001029S Ramp
RouteU.S. Route 460
Coordinates37.36804, -79.20034
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating71 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,811 (2022)
Projected traffic12,864 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ebl Route 0460 over Burton Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ebl Route 0460 over Burton Creek 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Ebl Route 0460 over Burton Creek carry?

About 8,811 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Ebl Route 0460 over Burton Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Ebl Route 0460 over Burton Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.