US Highway 23 Nbl over Dry Branch
FairScott County, Virginia · 0.27 FR 654; 2.61 to Lcl · Structure no. 000000000016555
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,589
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 23 Nbl over Dry Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 23 Nbl over Dry Branch in Scott County, Virginia. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 4,589 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,724 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 23 Nbl over Dry Branch built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 23 Nbl over Dry 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US Highway 23 Nbl over Dry Branch carry?
About 4,589 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 23 Nbl over Dry Branch?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US Highway 23 Nbl over Dry Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.