US Bridges

Route 381 over Commonwlth Av O Littl Ck

Fair

Washington County, Virginia · 1.67FR81S;0.63TO11 · Structure no. 000000000020053

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
55 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
13,618
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Route 381 over Commonwlth Av O Littl Ck is a concrete culvert carrying Route 381 over Commonwlth Av O Littl Ck in Washington 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 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 13,618 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15,184 by 2045. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesRoute 381
CrossesCommonwlth Av O Littl Ck
Location1.67FR81S;0.63TO11
RouteInterstate 381
Coordinates36.61154, -82.19356
Functional classUrban 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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
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 adequacy6: Equal to 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 length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,618 (2022)
Projected traffic15,184 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$78 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Route 381 over Commonwlth Av O Littl Ck built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Route 381 over Commonwlth Av O Littl Ck 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Route 381 over Commonwlth Av O Littl Ck carry?

About 13,618 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Route 381 over Commonwlth Av O Littl Ck?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns Route 381 over Commonwlth Av O Littl Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.