US 52 over Brush Fork
FairMercer County, West Virginia · 0.16 MI West of CR 23 · Structure no. 00000000028A217
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,400
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over Brush Fork is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 52 over Brush Fork in Mercer County, West Virginia. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 7,400 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,770 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over Brush Fork built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 52 over Brush Fork 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 52 over Brush Fork carry?
About 7,400 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over Brush Fork?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 52 over Brush Fork?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.