Taylor CO Rt 13/13 over Simpson Creek
PoorPosted for loadTaylor County, West Virginia · 0.01 MI North C R 13/23 · Structure no. 00000000046A022
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel
- Length
- 62 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Taylor CO Rt 13/13 over Simpson Creek is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying Taylor CO Rt 13/13 over Simpson Creek in Taylor County, West Virginia. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 90 by 2041. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 15 ft wide.
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Taylor CO Rt 13/13 over Simpson Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Taylor CO Rt 13/13 over Simpson 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Taylor CO Rt 13/13 over Simpson Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Taylor CO Rt 13/13 over Simpson Creek?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.8 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.
Who owns Taylor CO Rt 13/13 over Simpson Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.