US 19 over Brush Creek
PoorMercer County, West Virginia · 0.01 Mi. N. of Us. 460 · Structure no. 00000000028A056
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 41 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,800
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 19 over Brush Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 19 over Brush Creek in Mercer County, West Virginia. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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.
It carries about 15,800 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,590 by 2042. The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 19 over Brush Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 19 over Brush 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 19 over Brush Creek carry?
About 15,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 19 over Brush Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.7 m).
Who owns US 19 over Brush Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.