US Bridges

Harrison CO Rt 42 over Brushy Fork

PoorPosted for load

Harrison County, West Virginia · 0.69 MI West CO Rt 23/1 · Structure no. 00000000017A175

Built
1913
112 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
43 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
400
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Harrison CO Rt 42 over Brushy Fork is a concrete arch - deck carrying Harrison CO Rt 42 over Brushy Fork in Harrison County, West Virginia. It was built in 1913, so it is 112 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 550 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long and 18 ft wide.

CarriesHarrison CO Rt 42
CrossesBrushy Fork
Location0.69 MI West CO Rt 23/1
RouteCounty Highway 4200
Coordinates39.23181, -80.28846
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating31 US tons
Inventory rating13 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.2 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.2 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.4 m)
Roadway width17 ft (5.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic400 (2022)
Projected traffic550 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$691,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Harrison CO Rt 42 over Brushy Fork built?

It was built in 1913, making it 112 years old in 2025.

What condition is Harrison CO Rt 42 over Brushy Fork 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 42 over Brushy Fork carry?

About 400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Harrison CO Rt 42 over Brushy Fork?

The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.2 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns Harrison CO Rt 42 over Brushy Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.