US Bridges

International Pkwy over Branch of Tinker Creek

Good

Botetourt County, Virginia · 0.65-RTE220;_0.40-ESM · Structure no. 000000000028723

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
300
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

International Pkwy over Branch of Tinker Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying International Pkwy over Branch of Tinker Creek in Botetourt County, Virginia. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger 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 300 vehicles a day, projected to reach 500 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesInternational Pkwy
CrossesBranch of Tinker Creek
Location0.65-RTE220;_0.40-ESM
RouteCounty Highway 839
Coordinates37.43583, -79.9146
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic300 (2010)
Projected traffic500 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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$880 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was International Pkwy over Branch of Tinker Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is International Pkwy over Branch of Tinker Creek 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does International Pkwy over Branch of Tinker Creek carry?

About 300 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is International Pkwy over Branch of Tinker Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).

Who owns International Pkwy over Branch of Tinker Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.