County Route 44/1 over Copen Run
PoorPosted for loadGilmer County, West Virginia · 0.02 MI W of CO 44 · Structure no. 00000000011A095
- Built
- 1920
- 105 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 109 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Route 44/1 over Copen Run is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron truss - thru carrying County Route 44/1 over Copen Run in Gilmer County, West Virginia. It was built in 1920, so it is 105 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 11 by 2038. The structure is 109 ft (33.3 m) long and 10 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Route 44/1 over Copen Run built?
It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Route 44/1 over Copen Run in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does County Route 44/1 over Copen Run carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is County Route 44/1 over Copen Run?
The structure is 109 ft (33.3 m) long with a longest span of 106 ft (32.3 m) and a deck 10 ft wide.
Who owns County Route 44/1 over Copen Run?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.