US Bridges

Little CRK.RD./601 over Br. of Little Walker CR

Fair

Pulaski County, Virginia · 1.85-RT738; 0.55-BLANDCO · Structure no. 000000000014534

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
21 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
66
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Little CRK.RD./601 over Br. of Little Walker CR is a steel culvert carrying Little CRK.RD./601 over Br. of Little Walker CR in Pulaski County, Virginia. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 66 vehicles a day, projected to reach 74 by 2045. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 km).

Location

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CarriesLittle CRK.RD./601
CrossesBr. of Little Walker CR
Location1.85-RT738; 0.55-BLANDCO
RouteCounty Highway 601
CountyPulaski County
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.09255, -80.91193
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic66 (2022)
Projected traffic74 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.9 mi (61 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Little CRK.RD./601 over Br. of Little Walker CR built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is Little CRK.RD./601 over Br. of Little Walker CR 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Little CRK.RD./601 over Br. of Little Walker CR carry?

About 66 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Little CRK.RD./601 over Br. of Little Walker CR?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Little CRK.RD./601 over Br. of Little Walker CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.