Wv 29 Wye Sls over Bear Wallow Creek
PoorHampshire County, West Virginia · 0.04 MI N of US 50 T · Structure no. 00000000014A036
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,700
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wv 29 Wye Sls over Bear Wallow Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Wv 29 Wye Sls over Bear Wallow Creek in Hampshire 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 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.
It carries about 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,943 by 2040. The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
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Frequently asked questions
When was Wv 29 Wye Sls over Bear Wallow Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wv 29 Wye Sls over Bear Wallow Creek 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Wv 29 Wye Sls over Bear Wallow Creek carry?
About 2,700 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Wv 29 Wye Sls over Bear Wallow Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Wv 29 Wye Sls over Bear Wallow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.