Interstate 81 over Staley Creek
FairSmyth County, Virginia · 1.67 to R730; .06 to R16 · Structure no. 000000000020620
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30,390
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 81 over Staley Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Interstate 81 over Staley Creek 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 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 30,390 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,885 by 2045. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 81 over Staley Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 81 over Staley Creek 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Interstate 81 over Staley Creek carry?
About 30,390 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 81 over Staley Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Interstate 81 over Staley Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.