County Route 77/1 over Fields Creek
PoorPosted for loadKanawha County, West Virginia · 0.70 MI S of Wv 61(F) · Structure no. 00000000020A237
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 110 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,700
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Route 77/1 over Fields Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying County Route 77/1 over Fields Creek in Kanawha County, West Virginia. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,227 by 2040. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long and 24 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Route 77/1 over Fields Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Route 77/1 over Fields 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does County Route 77/1 over Fields Creek carry?
About 1,700 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is County Route 77/1 over Fields Creek?
The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.8 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns County Route 77/1 over Fields Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.