I-81 over Beckner Branch
FairBotetourt County, Virginia · 1.30-RTE640; 4.57-RTE11 · Structure no. 000000000003260
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 41,034
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-81 over Beckner Branch is a concrete culvert carrying I-81 over Beckner Branch in Botetourt County, Virginia. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 6 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 41,034 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,753 by 2045. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 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 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-81 over Beckner Branch built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-81 over Beckner Branch 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does I-81 over Beckner Branch carry?
About 41,034 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is I-81 over Beckner Branch?
The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns I-81 over Beckner Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.