Route 677 Realignment, Old Buckingham Road Bridge

VDOT

Chesterfield County, VA

Construction of a new 150’, two-span bridge with extensive approach work
Substructure work consisted of two abutments and a center pier supported on H-pile footings
Superstructure work consisted of AASHTO girders with Kansas corral bridge rail, sleeper pads, and approach slabs formed and poured on both ends of the bridge
Installation of new storm drain system
Included sewer and water line relocations
Riprap installed to protect both stream banks underneath bridge
Falling Creek was relocated slightly east of its original location and lined with bed sills and willow live stakes
New roadway, sidewalk, curb and gutter, striping, and various sections of guardrail were placed prior to opening the new portion of Old Buckingham Road to the public
The old bridge and existing abutments removed prior to final completion
Landscaping consisting of various trees and grasses native to the area planted during designated planting seasons
Completed ahead of schedule and under budget
No recordable or lost time injuries