US Bridges

US 35 over Middle Ninemile Creek

Good

Mason County, West Virginia · 1.91 Mile N. of CR 40 · Structure no. 00000000027A181

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,750
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 35 over Middle Ninemile Creek is a steel culvert carrying US 35 over Middle Ninemile Creek in Mason County, West Virginia. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 years old, younger than the West Virginia average of 44.7 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,750 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,370 by 2040. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long.

CarriesUS 35
CrossesMiddle Ninemile Creek
Location1.91 Mile N. of CR 40
RouteU.S. Route 3500
Coordinates38.77006, -82.0347
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length20 ft (6.2 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,750 (2020)
Projected traffic8,370 by 2040
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 35 over Middle Ninemile Creek built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 35 over Middle Ninemile Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in December 2022.

How much traffic does US 35 over Middle Ninemile Creek carry?

About 6,750 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is US 35 over Middle Ninemile Creek?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m).

Who owns US 35 over Middle Ninemile Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.