Harrison CO Rt 4 over Big Elk Creek
FairPosted for loadHarrison County, West Virginia · 0.07 MI South CO Rt 4/12 · Structure no. 00000000017A008
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 106 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Harrison CO Rt 4 over Big Elk Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Harrison CO Rt 4 over Big Elk Creek in Harrison County, West Virginia. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 300 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 410 by 2041. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Harrison CO Rt 4 over Big Elk Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is Harrison CO Rt 4 over Big Elk 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Harrison CO Rt 4 over Big Elk Creek carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Harrison CO Rt 4 over Big Elk Creek?
The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Harrison CO Rt 4 over Big Elk Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.