Rice RD over Hutton Branch
GoodSmyth County, Virginia · .1 FR Rt 689-.5 TORT766 · Structure no. 000000000017687
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 166
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rice RD over Hutton Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Rice RD over Hutton Branch in Smyth County, Virginia. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 166 vehicles a day, projected to reach 185 by 2045. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rice RD over Hutton Branch built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rice RD over Hutton Branch 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Rice RD over Hutton Branch carry?
About 166 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Rice RD over Hutton Branch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Rice RD over Hutton Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.