County Route 18 over Myers Fork of Goose Ck.
FairRitchie County, West Virginia · 0.01 Mi. S. of Cr. 18/4 · Structure no. 00000000043A061
- Built
- 1914
- 111 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Route 18 over Myers Fork of Goose Ck. is a concrete tee beam carrying County Route 18 over Myers Fork of Goose Ck. in Ritchie County, West Virginia. It was built in 1914, so it is 111 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 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 149 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long and 16 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Route 18 over Myers Fork of Goose Ck. built?
It was built in 1914, making it 111 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Route 18 over Myers Fork of Goose Ck. 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does County Route 18 over Myers Fork of Goose Ck. carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is County Route 18 over Myers Fork of Goose Ck.?
The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.7 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns County Route 18 over Myers Fork of Goose Ck.?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.