81 Sbl over 11
FairBotetourt County, Virginia · 5.58 Rt 11; 0.87 Rt 614 · Structure no. 000000000003210
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 143 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,785
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
81 Sbl over 11 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 81 Sbl over 11 in Botetourt County, Virginia. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 years old, older 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 19,785 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,263 by 2042. The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long and 44 ft wide. 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 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 81 Sbl over 11 built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is 81 Sbl over 11 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does 81 Sbl over 11 carry?
About 19,785 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is 81 Sbl over 11?
The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns 81 Sbl over 11?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.