US Bridges

Interstate 81; Sbl over Old Jonesboro RD

Good

Washington County, Virginia · Mm 14.97 @ Exit 14 · Structure no. 000000000030123

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
243 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
26,397
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 81; Sbl over Old Jonesboro RD is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Interstate 81; Sbl over Old Jonesboro RD in Washington County, Virginia. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 26,397 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,151 by 2042. The structure is 243 ft (74 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesInterstate 81; Sbl
CrossesOld Jonesboro RD
LocationMm 14.97 @ Exit 14
RouteInterstate 81
Coordinates36.69364, -82.01256
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating75.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length243 ft (74 m)
Longest span122 ft (37.3 m)
Deck width49 ft (15 m)
Roadway width46 ft (13.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,397 (2022)
Projected traffic31,151 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 81; Sbl over Old Jonesboro RD built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 81; Sbl over Old Jonesboro RD 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Interstate 81; Sbl over Old Jonesboro RD carry?

About 26,397 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 81; Sbl over Old Jonesboro RD?

The structure is 243 ft (74 m) long with a longest span of 122 ft (37.3 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 81; Sbl over Old Jonesboro RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.