US Bridges

Harrison CO 50/81 over Salem Fork

Good

Harrison County, West Virginia · 0.04 MI South Hrr 50/73 · Structure no. 00000000017A310

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
50
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Harrison CO 50/81 over Salem Fork is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Harrison CO 50/81 over Salem Fork in Harrison County, West Virginia. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 years old, younger than the West Virginia average of 44.7 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 70 by 2041. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long.

Location

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CarriesHarrison CO 50/81
CrossesSalem Fork
Location0.04 MI South Hrr 50/73
RouteCounty Highway 5081
CountyHarrison County
StateWest Virginia
Coordinates39.27972, -80.5535
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length25 ft (7.5 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Harrison CO 50/81 over Salem Fork built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is Harrison CO 50/81 over Salem Fork in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does Harrison CO 50/81 over Salem Fork carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Harrison CO 50/81 over Salem Fork?

The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.5 m).

Who owns Harrison CO 50/81 over Salem Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.