River Road over Roanoke Creek
GoodCharlotte County, Virginia · 2.93-RT 637 / 0.02-RT 641 · Structure no. 000000000004873
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 157 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 121
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
River Road over Roanoke Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying River Road over Roanoke Creek in Charlotte County, Virginia. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older 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 121 vehicles a day, projected to reach 136 by 2042. The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was River Road over Roanoke Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is River Road over Roanoke 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does River Road over Roanoke Creek carry?
About 121 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is River Road over Roanoke Creek?
The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns River Road over Roanoke Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.