Interstate 81 over Stoffel Creek
FairWashington County, Virginia · 4.70FR 11;0.87TO Tenn Lin · Structure no. 000000000020013
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 47,675
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 81 over Stoffel Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Interstate 81 over Stoffel Creek in Washington County, Virginia. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 64 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 47,675 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,158 by 2045. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Stoffel Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is Interstate 81 over Stoffel 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Interstate 81 over Stoffel Creek carry?
About 47,675 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 81 over Stoffel Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Interstate 81 over Stoffel Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.