I-81 over Stephens Run
GoodFrederick County, Virginia · 4.47 to 627 - 0.36 to 277 · Structure no. 000000000008126
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 55,640
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-81 over Stephens Run is a concrete culvert carrying I-81 over Stephens Run in Frederick County, Virginia. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 55,640 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 62,039 by 2045. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-81 over Stephens Run built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-81 over Stephens Run 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does I-81 over Stephens Run carry?
About 55,640 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is I-81 over Stephens Run?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns I-81 over Stephens Run?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.