US Bridges

Route 64 over Stauvers Run

Fair

Alleghany County, Virginia · 1.68 Rt 42 - 4.70 Rt 269 · Structure no. 000000000001027

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,165
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Route 64 over Stauvers Run is a concrete culvert carrying Route 64 over Stauvers Run in Alleghany County, Virginia. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, younger 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 5 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 8,165 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,104 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRoute 64
CrossesStauvers Run
Location1.68 Rt 42 - 4.70 Rt 269
RouteInterstate 64
CountyAlleghany County
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.81484, -79.74118
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic8,165 (2022)
Projected traffic9,104 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$55 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Route 64 over Stauvers Run built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is Route 64 over Stauvers Run 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Route 64 over Stauvers Run carry?

About 8,165 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Route 64 over Stauvers Run?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Route 64 over Stauvers Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.