Powell Street over Powell River
FairWise County, Virginia · .0M to T1310&.16M to 23B · Structure no. 000000000019501
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 118 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 390
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Powell Street over Powell River is a concrete slab carrying Powell Street over Powell River in Wise County, Virginia. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 390 vehicles a day, projected to reach 437 by 2045. The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Powell Street over Powell River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Powell Street over Powell River 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Powell Street over Powell River carry?
About 390 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Powell Street over Powell River?
The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Powell Street over Powell River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.