US Bridges

Harrison CO 50/53 over Cherry Camp Run

PoorPosted for load

Harrison County, West Virginia · 0.02 MI West CO Rt 50/3 · Structure no. 00000000017A273

Built
1922
103 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected January 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
50
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Harrison CO 50/53 over Cherry Camp Run is a concrete slab carrying Harrison CO 50/53 over Cherry Camp Run in Harrison County, West Virginia. It was built in 1922, so it is 103 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 70 by 2041. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 33 ft wide.

CarriesHarrison CO 50/53
CrossesCherry Camp Run
Location0.02 MI West CO Rt 50/3
RouteCounty Highway 5053
Coordinates39.29063, -80.52845
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
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 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 geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating47 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.2 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2022)
Projected traffic70 by 2041
Trucks0%
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$592,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Harrison CO 50/53 over Cherry Camp Run built?

It was built in 1922, making it 103 years old in 2025.

What condition is Harrison CO 50/53 over Cherry Camp Run 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Harrison CO 50/53 over Cherry Camp Run carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Harrison CO 50/53 over Cherry Camp Run?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Harrison CO 50/53 over Cherry Camp Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.