Wv. 38 over Brushy Fork
PoorPosted for loadTucker County, West Virginia · 0.24 Mi. W. of Cr. 17 · Structure no. 00000000047A033
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wv. 38 over Brushy Fork is a concrete slab carrying Wv. 38 over Brushy Fork in Tucker County, West Virginia. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 700 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 820 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long and 24 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wv. 38 over Brushy Fork built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wv. 38 over Brushy Fork 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Wv. 38 over Brushy Fork carry?
About 700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Wv. 38 over Brushy Fork?
The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.6 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Wv. 38 over Brushy Fork?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.