Thomas Bridge Rd. over S Fork Holston River
FairPosted for loadSmyth County, Virginia · 0.01FR650;0.39TO656 · Structure no. 000000000017646
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 106 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,554
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Thomas Bridge Rd. over S Fork Holston River is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Thomas Bridge Rd. over S Fork Holston River in Smyth County, Virginia. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,554 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,848 by 2042. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Frequently asked questions
When was Thomas Bridge Rd. over S Fork Holston River built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is Thomas Bridge Rd. over S 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Thomas Bridge Rd. over S Fork Holston River carry?
About 2,554 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Thomas Bridge Rd. over S Fork Holston River?
The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns Thomas Bridge Rd. over S Fork Holston River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.