US Bridges

US 33 over Branch of Leading Creek

Fair

Lewis County, West Virginia · 0.35 MI W C0 119/6 · Structure no. 00000000021A088

Built
1928
97 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,500
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 33 over Branch of Leading Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 33 over Branch of Leading Creek in Lewis County, West Virginia. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,575 by 2038. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long.

Location

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CarriesUS 33
CrossesBranch of Leading Creek
Location0.35 MI W C0 119/6
RouteU.S. Route 3300
CountyLewis County
StateWest Virginia
Coordinates39.03863, -80.65079
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,500 (2018)
Projected traffic1,575 by 2038
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$180,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 33 over Branch of Leading Creek built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 33 over Branch of Leading Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does US 33 over Branch of Leading Creek carry?

About 1,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 33 over Branch of Leading Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 33 over Branch of Leading Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.