US Bridges

West Virginia 2 over Cow Creek

Fair

Pleasants County, West Virginia · 0.28 Mile North of CR 6 · Structure no. 00000000037A021

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,200
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

West Virginia 2 over Cow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying West Virginia 2 over Cow Creek in Pleasants County, West Virginia. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 7,200 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,504 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long.

CarriesWest Virginia 2
CrossesCow Creek
Location0.28 Mile North of CR 6
RouteState Highway 2
Coordinates39.35193, -81.31145
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,200 (2022)
Projected traffic9,504 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was West Virginia 2 over Cow Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is West Virginia 2 over Cow Creek 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does West Virginia 2 over Cow Creek carry?

About 7,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is West Virginia 2 over Cow Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m).

Who owns West Virginia 2 over Cow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.