US Bridges

Route 0064 over East Branch

Good

Alleghany County, Virginia · .50 to Wcf & 1.06 to Ecf · Structure no. 000000000020121

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,379
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Route 0064 over East Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Route 0064 over East Branch in Alleghany County, Virginia. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 12,379 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,803 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long.

CarriesRoute 0064
CrossesEast Branch
Location.50 to Wcf & 1.06 to Ecf
RouteInterstate 64
Coordinates37.82576, -79.83134
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,379 (2022)
Projected traffic13,803 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$350 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Route 0064 over East Branch built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Route 0064 over East Branch 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 2024.

How much traffic does Route 0064 over East Branch carry?

About 12,379 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Route 0064 over East Branch?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Route 0064 over East Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.