Route 704 over I-81
GoodWashington County, Virginia · 0.68-RT.11 ;0.39-RT.609 · Structure no. 000000000024000
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 204 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,048
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 704 over I-81 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Route 704 over I-81 in Washington County, Virginia. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger than the Virginia average of 50.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 5,048 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,830 by 2042. The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 704 over I-81 built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 704 over I-81 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Route 704 over I-81 carry?
About 5,048 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Route 704 over I-81?
The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.
Who owns Route 704 over I-81?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.