US Bridges

POSSUMHOLLOWRDFO47 over Goose Creek

Good

Pulaski County, Virginia · 0.30-RTE644; 0.50-RTE611 · Structure no. 000000000014444

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,311
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

POSSUMHOLLOWRDFO47 over Goose Creek is a concrete culvert carrying POSSUMHOLLOWRDFO47 over Goose Creek in Pulaski 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 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 3,311 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,008 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesPOSSUMHOLLOWRDFO47
CrossesGoose Creek
Location0.30-RTE644; 0.50-RTE611
RouteInterstate 0F047
Coordinates37.06409, -80.70468
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,311 (2021)
Projected traffic4,008 by 2040
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$557 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was POSSUMHOLLOWRDFO47 over Goose Creek built?

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

What condition is POSSUMHOLLOWRDFO47 over Goose Creek 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does POSSUMHOLLOWRDFO47 over Goose Creek carry?

About 3,311 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is POSSUMHOLLOWRDFO47 over Goose Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns POSSUMHOLLOWRDFO47 over Goose Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.