Preston CO Rt 14 over Big Sandy Creek
PoorClosed to trafficPreston County, West Virginia · 0.66 MI South CO Rt 14/1 · Structure no. 00000000039A040
- Built
- 1893
- 132 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 149 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Preston CO Rt 14 over Big Sandy Creek is a steel truss - thru carrying Preston CO Rt 14 over Big Sandy Creek in Preston County, West Virginia. It was built in 1893, so it is 132 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 2 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: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 13 by 2038. The structure is 149 ft (45.5 m) long and 12 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Preston CO Rt 14 over Big Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1893, making it 132 years old in 2025.
What condition is Preston CO Rt 14 over Big Sandy 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Preston CO Rt 14 over Big Sandy Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is Preston CO Rt 14 over Big Sandy Creek?
The structure is 149 ft (45.5 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.8 m) and a deck 12 ft wide.
Who owns Preston CO Rt 14 over Big Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.