US Bridges

2nd. Ave. / T1003 over Tinker Creek

PoorPosted for load

Botetourt County, Virginia · 0.00-RTE11; 0.00-RTE1004 · Structure no. 000000000003537

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
63 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
265
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

2nd. Ave. / T1003 over Tinker Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 2nd. Ave. / T1003 over Tinker Creek in Botetourt County, Virginia. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 265 vehicles a day, projected to reach 303 by 2045. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 12 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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Carries2nd. Ave. / T1003
CrossesTinker Creek
Location0.00-RTE11; 0.00-RTE1004
RouteCounty Highway T1003
CountyBotetourt County
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.37012, -79.90739
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating27 US tons
Inventory rating16 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length63 ft (19.2 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width12 ft (3.8 m)
Roadway width11 ft (3.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic265 (2016)
Projected traffic303 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$190 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 2nd. Ave. / T1003 over Tinker Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is 2nd. Ave. / T1003 over Tinker 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does 2nd. Ave. / T1003 over Tinker Creek carry?

About 265 vehicles per day (2016 count).

How long is 2nd. Ave. / T1003 over Tinker Creek?

The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 12 ft wide.

Who owns 2nd. Ave. / T1003 over Tinker Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.