Highway 16 over N F Holston River
FairSmyth County, Virginia · 1.12 FR 42; 8.31 to 348 · Structure no. 000000000017389
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 141 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 542
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Highway 16 over N F Holston River is a concrete tee beam carrying Highway 16 over N F Holston River in Smyth County, Virginia. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 542 vehicles a day, projected to reach 604 by 2042. The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Highway 16 over N F Holston River built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Highway 16 over N F Holston River 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 2025.
How much traffic does Highway 16 over N F Holston River carry?
About 542 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Highway 16 over N F Holston River?
The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Highway 16 over N F Holston River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.