Wv 61 over Upper Creek
GoodKanawha County, West Virginia · 1.06 MI North of CR 16/11 · Structure no. 00000000020A807
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wv 61 over Upper Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Wv 61 over Upper Creek in Kanawha County, West Virginia. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,140 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wv 61 over Upper Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wv 61 over Upper Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Wv 61 over Upper Creek carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Wv 61 over Upper Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns Wv 61 over Upper Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.