Elswick Bridge Rd. over S Fork Holston River
GoodSmyth County, Virginia · .8 to R605 & .1 to R762 · Structure no. 000000000017631
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 123 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 389
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Elswick Bridge Rd. over S Fork Holston River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Elswick Bridge Rd. over S Fork Holston River in Smyth County, Virginia. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 389 vehicles a day, projected to reach 434 by 2042. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Elswick Bridge Rd. over S Fork Holston River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Elswick Bridge Rd. over S Fork Holston River 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Elswick Bridge Rd. over S Fork Holston River carry?
About 389 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Elswick Bridge Rd. over S Fork Holston River?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Elswick Bridge Rd. over S Fork Holston River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.