Preston CO Rt 28 over Muddy Creek
PoorPreston County, West Virginia · 0.19 MI North CO Rt 3/8 · Structure no. 00000000039A067
- Built
- 1918
- 107 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Preston CO Rt 28 over Muddy Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying Preston CO Rt 28 over Muddy Creek in Preston County, West Virginia. It was built in 1918, so it is 107 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.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 70 by 2041. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 19 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Preston CO Rt 28 over Muddy Creek built?
It was built in 1918, making it 107 years old in 2025.
What condition is Preston CO Rt 28 over Muddy 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Preston CO Rt 28 over Muddy Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Preston CO Rt 28 over Muddy Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.6 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.
Who owns Preston CO Rt 28 over Muddy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.