Harrison CO Rt 48 over Rooting Creek
FairHarrison County, West Virginia · 0.13 MI West CO Rt 52 · Structure no. 00000000017A179
- Built
- 1920
- 105 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 350
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Harrison CO Rt 48 over Rooting Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying Harrison CO Rt 48 over Rooting Creek in Harrison County, West Virginia. It was built in 1920, so it is 105 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.
It carries about 350 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 480 by 2041. The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long and 18 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Harrison CO Rt 48 over Rooting Creek built?
It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025.
What condition is Harrison CO Rt 48 over Rooting 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Harrison CO Rt 48 over Rooting Creek carry?
About 350 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Harrison CO Rt 48 over Rooting Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.5 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns Harrison CO Rt 48 over Rooting Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.