Interstate 68 over Little Sandy Creek
FairPreston County, West Virginia · 0.42 MI West CO Rt 5 · Structure no. 00000000039A108
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 46 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 68 over Little Sandy Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Interstate 68 over Little Sandy Creek in Preston County, West Virginia. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 10,400 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,870 by 2041. The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 68 over Little Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 68 over Little Sandy 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Interstate 68 over Little Sandy Creek carry?
About 10,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 68 over Little Sandy Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (14.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).
Who owns Interstate 68 over Little Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.