US Bridges

West Virginia 16 over Hushers Run

Good

Ritchie County, West Virginia · 0.14 Mile South CR 50/39 · Structure no. 00000000043A051

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,000
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

West Virginia 16 over Hushers Run is a concrete continuous culvert carrying West Virginia 16 over Hushers Run in Ritchie County, West Virginia. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,700 by 2039. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long.

CarriesWest Virginia 16
CrossesHushers Run
Location0.14 Mile South CR 50/39
RouteState Highway 16
Coordinates39.26531, -81.05649
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,000 (2019)
Projected traffic5,700 by 2039
Trucks9%
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$55,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was West Virginia 16 over Hushers Run built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is West Virginia 16 over Hushers Run in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does West Virginia 16 over Hushers Run carry?

About 5,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is West Virginia 16 over Hushers Run?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns West Virginia 16 over Hushers Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.