Wv 72 over Licking Creek
PoorTucker County, West Virginia · 0.07 Miles N. JCT CR 11 · Structure no. 00000000047A052
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 38 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wv 72 over Licking Creek is a steel culvert carrying Wv 72 over Licking Creek in Tucker County, West Virginia. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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.
It carries about 300 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 352 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wv 72 over Licking Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wv 72 over Licking 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Wv 72 over Licking Creek carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Wv 72 over Licking Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns Wv 72 over Licking Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.