Deer Valley Road over M Fork Holston River
FairSmyth County, Virginia · 0.1FR RT638-.2 M to RT11 · Structure no. 000000000017618
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 96 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,064
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Deer Valley Road over M Fork Holston River is a concrete slab carrying Deer Valley Road over M Fork Holston River in Smyth County, Virginia. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 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 1,064 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,553 by 2045. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 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 Deer Valley Road over M Fork Holston River built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Deer Valley Road over M Fork 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 March 2025.
How much traffic does Deer Valley Road over M Fork Holston River carry?
About 1,064 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Deer Valley Road over M Fork Holston River?
The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Deer Valley Road over M Fork Holston River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.