West River RD/639 over Roanoke River
FairRoanoke County, Virginia · 0.34-RTE734; 1.80-RTE649 · Structure no. 000000000015038
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 181 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 276
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
West River RD/639 over Roanoke River is a concrete slab carrying West River RD/639 over Roanoke River in Roanoke County, Virginia. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 6 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 276 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 308 by 2042. The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 West River RD/639 over Roanoke River built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is West River RD/639 over Roanoke River 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does West River RD/639 over Roanoke River carry?
About 276 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is West River RD/639 over Roanoke River?
The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns West River RD/639 over Roanoke River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.