US Bridges

Route 0011 over 4th ST O Dry Branch

Fair

Salem city, Virginia · 0074COLL ST 0043WEST Mai · Structure no. 000000000021776

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,416
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Route 0011 over 4th ST O Dry Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Route 0011 over 4th ST O Dry Branch in Salem city, Virginia. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 17,416 vehicles a day, projected to reach 19,419 by 2045. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long.

Location

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CarriesRoute 0011
Crosses4th ST O Dry Branch
Location0074COLL ST 0043WEST Mai
RouteU.S. Route 11
CountySalem city
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.28667, -80.06393
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,416 (2022)
Projected traffic19,419 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Route 0011 over 4th ST O Dry Branch built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is Route 0011 over 4th ST O Dry Branch 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Route 0011 over 4th ST O Dry Branch carry?

About 17,416 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Route 0011 over 4th ST O Dry Branch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Route 0011 over 4th ST O Dry Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.