Old Orch. Loop 645 over Little Dan River
GoodPatrick County, Virginia · 0.15 Rt 103; 0.00 Rt 647 · Structure no. 000000000013311
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 58
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old Orch. Loop 645 over Little Dan River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Old Orch. Loop 645 over Little Dan River in Patrick County, Virginia. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 58 vehicles a day, projected to reach 90 by 2045. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Old Orch. Loop 645 over Little Dan River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old Orch. Loop 645 over Little Dan River 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 2023.
How much traffic does Old Orch. Loop 645 over Little Dan River carry?
About 58 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is Old Orch. Loop 645 over Little Dan River?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns Old Orch. Loop 645 over Little Dan River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.