Preston CO Rt 33/3 over Brains Creek
PoorPosted for loadPreston County, West Virginia · 0.07 MI South CO Rt 33 · Structure no. 00000000039A084
- Built
- 1918
- 107 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 250
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Preston CO Rt 33/3 over Brains Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying Preston CO Rt 33/3 over Brains 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 250 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 350 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 16 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. |
| 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 33/3 over Brains Creek built?
It was built in 1918, making it 107 years old in 2025.
What condition is Preston CO Rt 33/3 over Brains 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 33/3 over Brains Creek carry?
About 250 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Preston CO Rt 33/3 over Brains Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Preston CO Rt 33/3 over Brains Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.