I-81 Sbl over Rt 75
FairWashington County, Virginia · 2.15 Fr. 647; 2.52 to 11 · Structure no. 000000000022395
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 137 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,780
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-81 Sbl over Rt 75 is a concrete tee beam carrying I-81 Sbl over Rt 75 in Washington County, Virginia. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1993, 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 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 23,780 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,501 by 2042. The structure is 137 ft (41.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-81 Sbl over Rt 75 built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is I-81 Sbl over Rt 75 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does I-81 Sbl over Rt 75 carry?
About 23,780 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is I-81 Sbl over Rt 75?
The structure is 137 ft (41.9 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (13.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns I-81 Sbl over Rt 75?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.