US Highway 23 over Troublesome Creek
FairScott County, Virginia · 7.14FR58/23/421;2.42TO 65 · Structure no. 000000000016563
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,606
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 23 over Troublesome Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 23 over Troublesome Creek in Scott County, Virginia. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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.
It carries about 12,606 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,622 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 23 over Troublesome Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 23 over Troublesome Creek 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US Highway 23 over Troublesome Creek carry?
About 12,606 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 23 over Troublesome Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns US Highway 23 over Troublesome Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.