Venus Way Ext. over Smith Creek
PoorClosed to trafficAlleghany County, Virginia · 0018VULCAN AV0002COMME Av · Structure no. 000000000020108
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 1981 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Venus Way Ext. over Smith Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Venus Way Ext. over Smith Creek in Alleghany County, Virginia. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 250 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Venus Way Ext. over Smith Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Venus Way Ext. over Smith Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.
How much traffic does Venus Way Ext. over Smith Creek carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (1981 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Venus Way Ext. over Smith Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Venus Way Ext. over Smith Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.