US Bridges

Mtn Pass RD./652 over Branch Laymantown Crk

Good

Botetourt County, Virginia · 0.0-RTE.658;0.3-RTE.793 · Structure no. 000000000028961

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,191
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mtn Pass RD./652 over Branch Laymantown Crk is a concrete culvert carrying Mtn Pass RD./652 over Branch Laymantown Crk in Botetourt County, Virginia. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 1,191 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,739 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesMtn Pass RD./652
CrossesBranch Laymantown Crk
Location0.0-RTE.658;0.3-RTE.793
RouteCounty Highway 652
Coordinates37.37521, -79.84812
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionSeptember 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 rating93 US tons
Inventory rating56 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,191 (2022)
Projected traffic1,739 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$974 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mtn Pass RD./652 over Branch Laymantown Crk built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mtn Pass RD./652 over Branch Laymantown Crk 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Mtn Pass RD./652 over Branch Laymantown Crk carry?

About 1,191 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Mtn Pass RD./652 over Branch Laymantown Crk?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Mtn Pass RD./652 over Branch Laymantown Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.