Wv 16 over Big Otter Creek
FairClay County, West Virginia · 1.14 MI N of CR 19 · Structure no. 00000000008A099
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wv 16 over Big Otter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Wv 16 over Big Otter Creek in Clay County, West Virginia. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,968 by 2042. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wv 16 over Big Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wv 16 over Big Otter 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Wv 16 over Big Otter Creek carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Wv 16 over Big Otter Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.9 m).
Who owns Wv 16 over Big Otter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.