I-81 Nbl over South Fork Creek
GoodShenandoah County, Virginia · 2.05 to 651 - 3.09 to 55 · Structure no. 000000000017063
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,986
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-81 Nbl over South Fork Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-81 Nbl over South Fork Creek in Shenandoah County, Virginia. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older 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 25,986 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,940 by 2045. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-81 Nbl over South Fork Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-81 Nbl over South Fork 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does I-81 Nbl over South Fork Creek carry?
About 25,986 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is I-81 Nbl over South Fork Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns I-81 Nbl over South Fork Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.