Wv 4 over Lower Mill Creek
FairBraxton County, West Virginia · 1.27 MI N CO 13/9 · Structure no. 00000000004A145
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 650
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wv 4 over Lower Mill Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Wv 4 over Lower Mill Creek in Braxton County, West Virginia. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 years old, older than the West Virginia average of 44.7 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 650 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 683 by 2038. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wv 4 over Lower Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wv 4 over Lower Mill Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does Wv 4 over Lower Mill Creek carry?
About 650 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Wv 4 over Lower Mill Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Wv 4 over Lower Mill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.