Marion CO Rt 17/18 over Paw Paw Creek
PoorPosted for loadMarion County, West Virginia · 0.01 MI West CO Rt 17 · Structure no. 00000000025A035
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 81 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Marion CO Rt 17/18 over Paw Paw Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying Marion CO Rt 17/18 over Paw Paw Creek in Marion 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 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2041. The structure is 81 ft (24.6 m) long and 16 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Marion CO Rt 17/18 over Paw Paw Creek built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025.
What condition is Marion CO Rt 17/18 over Paw Paw 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does Marion CO Rt 17/18 over Paw Paw Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is Marion CO Rt 17/18 over Paw Paw Creek?
The structure is 81 ft (24.6 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Marion CO Rt 17/18 over Paw Paw Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.