US Bridges

C. R. 21/1 over Broad Run

Fair

Pendleton County, West Virginia · 1.45 MI S JCT C R 21 · Structure no. 00000000036A062

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
50
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

C. R. 21/1 over Broad Run is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying C. R. 21/1 over Broad Run in Pendleton County, West Virginia. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 61 by 2039. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long and 14 ft wide.

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesC. R. 21/1
CrossesBroad Run
Location1.45 MI S JCT C R 21
RouteCounty Highway 2101
CountyPendleton County
StateWest Virginia
Coordinates38.60348, -79.2281
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating71 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.6 m)
Deck width14 ft (4.3 m)
Roadway width13 ft (3.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2019)
Projected traffic61 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 C. R. 21/1 over Broad Run built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is C. R. 21/1 over Broad Run 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does C. R. 21/1 over Broad Run carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is C. R. 21/1 over Broad Run?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.6 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.

Who owns C. R. 21/1 over Broad Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.