Wv Route 92 over Birds Creek
PoorPreston County, West Virginia · 0.26 MI South CO Rt 58 · Structure no. 00000000039A169
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,700
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wv Route 92 over Birds Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Wv Route 92 over Birds Creek in Preston County, West Virginia. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,835 by 2041. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wv Route 92 over Birds Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wv Route 92 over Birds 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Wv Route 92 over Birds Creek carry?
About 2,700 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Wv Route 92 over Birds Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns Wv Route 92 over Birds Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.