Harrison CO Rt 35 over West Fork River
PoorPosted for loadHarrison County, West Virginia · 0.04 MI West US Rt 19 · Structure no. 00000000017A188
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 215 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 600
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Harrison CO Rt 35 over West Fork River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Harrison CO Rt 35 over West Fork River in Harrison County, West Virginia. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 85 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 600 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 820 by 2041. The structure is 215 ft (65.6 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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 35 over West Fork River built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is Harrison CO Rt 35 over West Fork River 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 35 over West Fork River carry?
About 600 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Harrison CO Rt 35 over West Fork River?
The structure is 215 ft (65.6 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Harrison CO Rt 35 over West Fork River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.