US Bridges

FTLEWISCHURCHRD777 over Stypes Branch

FairPosted for load

Roanoke County, Virginia · 0.28 Rt 793; 0.02 Rt 828 · Structure no. 000000000015109

Built
1944
81 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,281
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FTLEWISCHURCHRD777 over Stypes Branch is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FTLEWISCHURCHRD777 over Stypes Branch in Roanoke County, Virginia. It was built in 1944, so it is 81 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,281 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,703 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesFTLEWISCHURCHRD777
CrossesStypes Branch
Location0.28 Rt 793; 0.02 Rt 828
RouteCounty Highway 777
CountyRoanoke County
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.27527, -80.14045
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating22 US tons
Inventory rating17 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.2 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.5 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,281 (2018)
Projected traffic2,703 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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$113.7 million (2018 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FTLEWISCHURCHRD777 over Stypes Branch built?

It was built in 1944, making it 81 years old in 2025.

What condition is FTLEWISCHURCHRD777 over Stypes Branch 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FTLEWISCHURCHRD777 over Stypes Branch carry?

About 2,281 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is FTLEWISCHURCHRD777 over Stypes Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns FTLEWISCHURCHRD777 over Stypes Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.