Marion CO Rt 68 over Prickett Creek
FairMarion County, West Virginia · 0.03 MI South CO Rt 33 · Structure no. 00000000025A108
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 90
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Marion CO Rt 68 over Prickett Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Marion CO Rt 68 over Prickett Creek in Marion County, West Virginia. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 6 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 90 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 140 by 2041. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Marion CO Rt 68 over Prickett Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Marion CO Rt 68 over Prickett 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Marion CO Rt 68 over Prickett Creek carry?
About 90 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Marion CO Rt 68 over Prickett Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns Marion CO Rt 68 over Prickett Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.