US Bridges

Dodd CO Rt 50/30 over Dotson Run

Good

Doddridge County, West Virginia · 0.01 MI East CO Rt 36 · Structure no. 00000000009A074

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
59 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
500
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Dodd CO Rt 50/30 over Dotson Run is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Dodd CO Rt 50/30 over Dotson Run in Doddridge County, West Virginia. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 895 by 2041. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long.

CarriesDodd CO Rt 50/30
CrossesDotson Run
Location0.01 MI East CO Rt 36
RouteCounty Highway 5030
Coordinates39.27501, -80.89314
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span30 ft (9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic500 (2022)
Projected traffic895 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Dodd CO Rt 50/30 over Dotson Run built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Dodd CO Rt 50/30 over Dotson Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.

How much traffic does Dodd CO Rt 50/30 over Dotson Run carry?

About 500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Dodd CO Rt 50/30 over Dotson Run?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9 m).

Who owns Dodd CO Rt 50/30 over Dotson Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.