West Virginia 68 over Sandy Creek
PoorPosted for loadJackson County, West Virginia · 0.08 Mi. S. of Cr. 2/19 · Structure no. 00000000018A006
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 344 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,500
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Virginia 68 over Sandy Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying West Virginia 68 over Sandy Creek in Jackson County, West Virginia. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 7,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,100 by 2039. The structure is 344 ft (104.8 m) long and 36 ft wide.
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, 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 West Virginia 68 over Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is West Virginia 68 over Sandy Creek 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does West Virginia 68 over Sandy Creek carry?
About 7,500 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is West Virginia 68 over Sandy Creek?
The structure is 344 ft (104.8 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns West Virginia 68 over Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.