US Bridges

Dog Branch Gap RD over Dog Branch

Fair

Dickenson County, Virginia · .02 to R670;2.68 to R676 · Structure no. 000000000005874

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
242
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Dog Branch Gap RD over Dog Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Dog Branch Gap RD over Dog Branch in Dickenson County, Virginia. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older 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 242 vehicles a day, projected to reach 271 by 2045. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesDog Branch Gap RD
CrossesDog Branch
Location.02 to R670;2.68 to R676
RouteCounty Highway 661
CountyDickenson County
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.12692, -82.3088
Functional classRural Local

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic242 (2021)
Projected traffic271 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Dog Branch Gap RD over Dog Branch built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Dog Branch Gap RD over Dog Branch 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Dog Branch Gap RD over Dog Branch carry?

About 242 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Dog Branch Gap RD over Dog Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Dog Branch Gap RD over Dog Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.