County Route 22/5 over Lt Fk Cow Creek
PoorPosted for loadJackson County, West Virginia · 0.30 MI N of CR 22/7 · Structure no. 00000000018A103
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 31 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Route 22/5 over Lt Fk Cow Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Route 22/5 over Lt Fk Cow Creek in Jackson County, West Virginia. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 44 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long and 16 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Route 22/5 over Lt Fk Cow Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Route 22/5 over Lt Fk Cow 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does County Route 22/5 over Lt Fk Cow Creek carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is County Route 22/5 over Lt Fk Cow Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (8 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns County Route 22/5 over Lt Fk Cow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.