US Bridges

Rocky Fork Rd. over Weaver Creek

Good

Russell County, Virginia · 1.5M-RT661 &.2M-RT 615 · Structure no. 000000000028155

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
257
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rocky Fork Rd. over Weaver Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rocky Fork Rd. over Weaver Creek in Russell County, Virginia. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 257 vehicles a day, projected to reach 411 by 2045. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesRocky Fork Rd.
CrossesWeaver Creek
Location1.5M-RT661 &.2M-RT 615
RouteCounty Highway 663
CountyRussell County
StateVirginia
Coordinates36.9732, -82.13249
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 inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic257 (2015)
Projected traffic411 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 Rocky Fork Rd. over Weaver Creek built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rocky Fork Rd. over Weaver 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Rocky Fork Rd. over Weaver Creek carry?

About 257 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is Rocky Fork Rd. over Weaver Creek?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Rocky Fork Rd. over Weaver Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.