Harrison CO Rt 24 over Simpson Creek
PoorPosted for loadHarrison County, West Virginia · 0.07 MI North US Rt 50 · Structure no. 00000000017A139
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 70 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,300
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Harrison CO Rt 24 over Simpson Creek is a concrete channel beam carrying Harrison CO Rt 24 over Simpson Creek in Harrison County, West Virginia. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 7,300 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,000 by 2041. The structure is 70 ft (21.4 m) long and 27 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Harrison CO Rt 24 over Simpson Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Harrison CO Rt 24 over Simpson 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 2024.
How much traffic does Harrison CO Rt 24 over Simpson Creek carry?
About 7,300 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Harrison CO Rt 24 over Simpson Creek?
The structure is 70 ft (21.4 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Harrison CO Rt 24 over Simpson Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.