Sinking Waters RD over Ray Fork Creek
GoodTazewell County, Virginia · 0.02 FR 637;2.12 to 768 · Structure no. 000000000027995
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 152
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sinking Waters RD over Ray Fork Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Sinking Waters RD over Ray Fork Creek in Tazewell County, Virginia. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 152 vehicles a day, projected to reach 215 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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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 Sinking Waters RD over Ray Fork Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sinking Waters RD over Ray Fork Creek 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Sinking Waters RD over Ray Fork Creek carry?
About 152 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is Sinking Waters RD over Ray Fork Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Sinking Waters RD over Ray Fork Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.