Harrison CO Rt 34 over Browns Creek
PoorPosted for loadHarrison County, West Virginia · 0.04 MI West CO Rt 34/2 · Structure no. 00000000017A167
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Harrison CO Rt 34 over Browns Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Harrison CO Rt 34 over Browns Creek in Harrison County, West Virginia. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 300 vehicles a day, projected to reach 410 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Harrison CO Rt 34 over Browns Creek built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is Harrison CO Rt 34 over Browns 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 34 over Browns Creek carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Harrison CO Rt 34 over Browns Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Harrison CO Rt 34 over Browns Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.