County Route 38/3 over West Fork River
PoorPosted for loadLewis County, West Virginia · 0.01 MI S of CO 38/6 · Structure no. 00000000021A098
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel
- Length
- 174 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Route 38/3 over West Fork River is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying County Route 38/3 over West Fork River in Lewis County, West Virginia. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 11 by 2038. The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long and 12 ft wide.
Location
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Route 38/3 over West Fork River built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Route 38/3 over West Fork River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does County Route 38/3 over West Fork River carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is County Route 38/3 over West Fork River?
The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 12 ft wide.
Who owns County Route 38/3 over West Fork River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.