US Bridges

Route 0081 N&sbl over Hall Creek

Fair

Washington County, Virginia · 0.66 Ffr 91; 1.71 to 737 · Structure no. 000000000018956

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,764
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Route 0081 N&sbl over Hall Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Route 0081 N&sbl over Hall 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 18,764 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,298 by 2045. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesRoute 0081 N&sbl
CrossesHall Creek
Location0.66 Ffr 91; 1.71 to 737
RouteInterstate 81
CountyWashington County
StateVirginia
Coordinates36.76936, -81.80363
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 rating99 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,764 (2022)
Projected traffic20,298 by 2045
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$52 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Route 0081 N&sbl over Hall Creek built?

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

What condition is Route 0081 N&sbl over Hall 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 Route 0081 N&sbl over Hall Creek carry?

About 18,764 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Route 0081 N&sbl over Hall Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Route 0081 N&sbl over Hall Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.