County Route 43 over Poca Fk of Ltl Sandy CR
PoorPosted for loadKanawha County, West Virginia · 0.03 MI S of CR 54 · Structure no. 00000000020A101
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 61 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Route 43 over Poca Fk of Ltl Sandy CR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Route 43 over Poca Fk of Ltl Sandy CR in Kanawha County, West Virginia. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,572 by 2042. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 22 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 | 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 43 over Poca Fk of Ltl Sandy CR built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Route 43 over Poca Fk of Ltl Sandy CR 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does County Route 43 over Poca Fk of Ltl Sandy CR carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is County Route 43 over Poca Fk of Ltl Sandy CR?
The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns County Route 43 over Poca Fk of Ltl Sandy CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.