US Bridges

Plantation RD./115 over Carvins Creek

Good

Roanoke County, Virginia · 4.76-RTE221; 0.29-RTE11 · Structure no. 000000000014926

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
9,723
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Plantation RD./115 over Carvins Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Plantation RD./115 over Carvins Creek in Roanoke County, Virginia. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 9,723 vehicles a day, projected to reach 13,551 by 2045. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesPlantation RD./115
CrossesCarvins Creek
Location4.76-RTE221; 0.29-RTE11
RouteState Highway 115
Coordinates37.34455, -79.94743
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,723 (2022)
Projected traffic13,551 by 2045
Trucks0%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Plantation RD./115 over Carvins Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Plantation RD./115 over Carvins 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Plantation RD./115 over Carvins Creek carry?

About 9,723 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Plantation RD./115 over Carvins Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Plantation RD./115 over Carvins Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.