University DR over University DR O NS Rwy
FairRadford city, Virginia · 000111 · Structure no. 000000000021270
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 444 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 1984 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
University DR over University DR O NS Rwy is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying University DR over University DR O NS Rwy in Radford city, Virginia. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 6 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2042. The structure is 444 ft (135.2 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was University DR over University DR O NS Rwy built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is University DR over University DR O NS Rwy 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does University DR over University DR O NS Rwy carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (1984 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is University DR over University DR O NS Rwy?
The structure is 444 ft (135.2 m) long with a longest span of 128 ft (38.9 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns University DR over University DR O NS Rwy?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.