US Bridges

Route 0099 over NS Railway

Fair

Pulaski County, Virginia · 020281 0042ECL Pula · Structure no. 000000000021266

Built
1961
64 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
166 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,467
2022 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Route 0099 over NS Railway is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Route 0099 over NS Railway in Pulaski County, Virginia. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 64 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 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 7,467 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,326 by 2045. The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesRoute 0099
CrossesNS Railway
Location020281 0042ECL Pula
RouteState Highway 99
CountyPulaski County
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.04661, -80.75292
Functional classUrban 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating68 US tons
Inventory rating52 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length166 ft (50.6 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.7 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.2 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,467 (2022)
Projected traffic8,326 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township 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$225 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Route 0099 over NS Railway built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is Route 0099 over NS Railway 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 2023.

How much traffic does Route 0099 over NS Railway carry?

About 7,467 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Route 0099 over NS Railway?

The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns Route 0099 over NS Railway?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.