US Bridges

Route I-77 over E Frk Little Reed Isl CR

Fair

Carroll County, Virginia · 0.08-RTE148; 6.15-RTE58 · Structure no. 000000000004591

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
33,278
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Route I-77 over E Frk Little Reed Isl CR is a concrete culvert carrying Route I-77 over E Frk Little Reed Isl CR in Carroll County, Virginia. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, younger 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 33,278 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,105 by 2042. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesRoute I-77
CrossesE Frk Little Reed Isl CR
Location0.08-RTE148; 6.15-RTE58
RouteInterstate 77
Coordinates36.67511, -80.70991
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,278 (2022)
Projected traffic37,105 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$172.5 million (2018 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Route I-77 over E Frk Little Reed Isl CR built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Route I-77 over E Frk Little Reed Isl CR 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Route I-77 over E Frk Little Reed Isl CR carry?

About 33,278 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Route I-77 over E Frk Little Reed Isl CR?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Route I-77 over E Frk Little Reed Isl CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.