US Bridges

R0UTE 0081 N&sbl over Hutton Creek

Fair

Washington County, Virginia · 0.04FR11; 2.14T Smythco · Structure no. 000000000018955

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
16,486
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

R0UTE 0081 N&sbl over Hutton Creek is a concrete culvert carrying R0UTE 0081 N&sbl over Hutton Creek in Washington 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 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.

It carries about 16,486 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,683 by 2045. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesR0UTE 0081 N&sbl
CrossesHutton Creek
Location0.04FR11; 2.14T Smythco
RouteInterstate 81
CountyWashington County
StateVirginia
Coordinates36.78331, -81.73433
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,486 (2022)
Projected traffic17,683 by 2045
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$45.5 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was R0UTE 0081 N&sbl over Hutton Creek built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is R0UTE 0081 N&sbl over Hutton 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does R0UTE 0081 N&sbl over Hutton Creek carry?

About 16,486 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is R0UTE 0081 N&sbl over Hutton Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns R0UTE 0081 N&sbl over Hutton Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.