US Bridges

C. R. 42 & 46 over Middle Fork River

Fair

Randolph County, West Virginia · 0.02 MI W JCT CR 46 · Structure no. 00000000042A097

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
94 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
500
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

C. R. 42 & 46 over Middle Fork River is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying C. R. 42 & 46 over Middle Fork River in Randolph County, West Virginia. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 5 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 639 by 2039. The structure is 94 ft (28.6 m) long and 30 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesC. R. 42 & 46
CrossesMiddle Fork River
Location0.02 MI W JCT CR 46
RouteCounty Highway 4200
CountyRandolph County
StateWest Virginia
Coordinates38.74619, -80.04535
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating61.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Multiple
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length94 ft (28.6 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic500 (2019)
Projected traffic639 by 2039
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$800,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was C. R. 42 & 46 over Middle Fork River built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is C. R. 42 & 46 over Middle Fork River 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does C. R. 42 & 46 over Middle Fork River carry?

About 500 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is C. R. 42 & 46 over Middle Fork River?

The structure is 94 ft (28.6 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns C. R. 42 & 46 over Middle Fork River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.