US Bridges

C. R. 21 over Clover Run

Fair

Tucker County, West Virginia · 0.11 MI W. JCT Wv 38 · Structure no. 00000000047A021

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
69 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

C. R. 21 over Clover Run is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying C. R. 21 over Clover Run in Tucker County, West Virginia. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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, projected to reach 136 by 2042. The structure is 69 ft (20.9 m) long and 13 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesC. R. 21
CrossesClover Run
Location0.11 MI W. JCT Wv 38
RouteCounty Highway 2100
CountyTucker County
StateWest Virginia
Coordinates39.1481, -79.71317
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating50 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length69 ft (20.9 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width13 ft (4.1 m)
Roadway width13 ft (3.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2022)
Projected traffic136 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was C. R. 21 over Clover Run built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is C. R. 21 over Clover Run 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does C. R. 21 over Clover Run carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is C. R. 21 over Clover Run?

The structure is 69 ft (20.9 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 13 ft wide.

Who owns C. R. 21 over Clover Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.