C. R. 56 over Riffle Creek
PoorPosted for loadRandolph County, West Virginia · 0.08 Mi. West U.S. 250 · Structure no. 00000000042A164
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 85 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
C. R. 56 over Riffle Creek is a concrete slab carrying C. R. 56 over Riffle Creek in Randolph County, West Virginia. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 383 by 2044. The structure is 85 ft (26 m) long and 43 ft wide.
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 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 C. R. 56 over Riffle Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is C. R. 56 over Riffle 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does C. R. 56 over Riffle Creek carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is C. R. 56 over Riffle Creek?
The structure is 85 ft (26 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns C. R. 56 over Riffle Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.