Shelby Road over Elk Run
FairMadison County, Virginia · 1.05 from 29 & .55 to 621 · Structure no. 000000000011810
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 596
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Shelby Road over Elk Run is a concrete culvert carrying Shelby Road over Elk Run in Madison County, Virginia. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 6 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 596 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 665 by 2045. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Shelby Road over Elk Run built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Shelby Road over Elk Run 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Shelby Road over Elk Run carry?
About 596 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Shelby Road over Elk Run?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Shelby Road over Elk Run?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.