US Bridges

Is 664 Sbl S Appr over James River

Fair

York County, Virginia · South Approach Mmmbt · Structure no. 000000000020753

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
16,636 ft
229 main spans
Daily traffic
34,566
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Is 664 Sbl S Appr over James River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Is 664 Sbl S Appr over James River in York County, Virginia. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 34,566 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50,466 by 2045. The structure is 16,636 ft (5,070.8 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIs 664 Sbl S Appr
CrossesJames River
LocationSouth Approach Mmmbt
RouteInterstate 664
Coordinates36.94397, -76.40338
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans229 (+3 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length16,636 ft (5,070.8 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck16 ft (4.9 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic34,566 (2022)
Projected traffic50,466 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Is 664 Sbl S Appr over James River built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Is 664 Sbl S Appr over James 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 Is 664 Sbl S Appr over James River carry?

About 34,566 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Is 664 Sbl S Appr over James River?

The structure is 16,636 ft (5,070.8 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Is 664 Sbl S Appr over James River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.