US Route 50 over Otter Creek
GoodTaylor County, West Virginia · 0.32 MI East CO Rt 50/4 · Structure no. 00000000046A037
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,900
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Route 50 over Otter Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US Route 50 over Otter Creek in Taylor County, West Virginia. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 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 6,900 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,765 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long.
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Route 50 over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Route 50 over Otter Creek 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US Route 50 over Otter Creek carry?
About 6,900 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US Route 50 over Otter Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns US Route 50 over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.