County Route 82/01 over Birch River
PoorPosted for loadNicholas County, West Virginia · 0.08 Miles N. of Wv 82 · Structure no. 00000000034A120
- Built
- 1916
- 109 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 96 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Route 82/01 over Birch River is a concrete continuous arch - deck carrying County Route 82/01 over Birch River in Nicholas County, West Virginia. It was built in 1916, so it is 109 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 40 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 42 by 2042. The structure is 96 ft (29.2 m) long and 17 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 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 County Route 82/01 over Birch River built?
It was built in 1916, making it 109 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Route 82/01 over Birch River 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does County Route 82/01 over Birch River carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is County Route 82/01 over Birch River?
The structure is 96 ft (29.2 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14.1 m) and a deck 17 ft wide.
Who owns County Route 82/01 over Birch River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.