Howell Street over Polk Creek
FairLewis County, West Virginia · 0.01 MI N of US33 · Structure no. 00000000021A906
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 775
- 2018 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Howell Street over Polk Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying Howell Street over Polk Creek in Lewis County, West Virginia. It was built in 1925, so it is 100 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 775 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 992 by 2038. The structure is 52 ft (15.7 m) long and 24 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 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 Howell Street over Polk Creek built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025.
What condition is Howell Street over Polk 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Howell Street over Polk Creek carry?
About 775 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Howell Street over Polk Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (15.7 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Howell Street over Polk Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.