Powell Valley Rd. over Butcher Creek
GoodWise County, Virginia · 2.55M to 622 &.04M to 717 · Structure no. 000000000023239
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 680
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Powell Valley Rd. over Butcher Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Powell Valley Rd. over Butcher Creek in Wise County, Virginia. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 680 vehicles a day, projected to reach 758 by 2045. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Powell Valley Rd. over Butcher Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Powell Valley Rd. over Butcher Creek 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Powell Valley Rd. over Butcher Creek carry?
About 680 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Powell Valley Rd. over Butcher Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Powell Valley Rd. over Butcher Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.