US Bridges

Riverpark RD /1185 over Branch of Roanoke River

Good

Roanoke County, Virginia · 0.43-RT639; 0.42-DEAD End · Structure no. 000000000025359

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
873
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Riverpark RD /1185 over Branch of Roanoke River is a concrete culvert carrying Riverpark RD /1185 over Branch of Roanoke River in Roanoke County, Virginia. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 873 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,397 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).

Location

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CarriesRiverpark RD /1185
CrossesBranch of Roanoke River
Location0.43-RT639; 0.42-DEAD End
RouteCounty Highway 1185
CountyRoanoke County
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.27683, -80.10641
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic873 (2015)
Projected traffic1,397 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed100 mi (161 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$906 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Riverpark RD /1185 over Branch of Roanoke River built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Riverpark RD /1185 over Branch of Roanoke River 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Riverpark RD /1185 over Branch of Roanoke River carry?

About 873 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is Riverpark RD /1185 over Branch of Roanoke River?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Riverpark RD /1185 over Branch of Roanoke River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.