US Bridges

Thompson RD/661 over Little River

FairPosted for load

Floyd County, Virginia · 0.20 Rt 668; 1.40 Rt 681 · Structure no. 000000000007569

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
52 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
54
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Thompson RD/661 over Little River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Thompson RD/661 over Little River in Floyd County, Virginia. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 54 vehicles a day, projected to reach 87 by 2045. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesThompson RD/661
CrossesLittle River
Location0.20 Rt 668; 1.40 Rt 681
RouteCounty Highway 661
CountyFloyd County
StateVirginia
Coordinates36.95932, -80.20479
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating33 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.8 m)
Deck width19 ft (5.8 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic54 (2014)
Projected traffic87 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$153.9 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Thompson RD/661 over Little River built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is Thompson RD/661 over Little River 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Thompson RD/661 over Little River carry?

About 54 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Thompson RD/661 over Little River?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.

Who owns Thompson RD/661 over Little River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.