US Bridges

Franklin RD/RTE220 over Branch

Good

Roanoke County, Virginia · 0.15-RTE419; 7.82-FRANKCO · Structure no. 000000000021721

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
55 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20,359
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Franklin RD/RTE220 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Franklin RD/RTE220 over Branch in Roanoke County, Virginia. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger 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 20,359 vehicles a day, projected to reach 22,700 by 2042. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFranklin RD/RTE220
CrossesBranch
Location0.15-RTE419; 7.82-FRANKCO
RouteState Highway 220
CountyRoanoke County
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.23359, -79.97134
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,359 (2022)
Projected traffic22,700 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$577.8 million (2018 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Franklin RD/RTE220 over Branch built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is Franklin RD/RTE220 over Branch 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Franklin RD/RTE220 over Branch carry?

About 20,359 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Franklin RD/RTE220 over Branch?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Franklin RD/RTE220 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.