Wv 37 over Laurel Creek
FairWayne County, West Virginia · 1.85 Mile West of CR 28 · Structure no. 00000000050A184
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wv 37 over Laurel Creek is a steel culvert carrying Wv 37 over Laurel Creek in Wayne County, West Virginia. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 456 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 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 Wv 37 over Laurel Creek built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wv 37 over Laurel Creek 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Wv 37 over Laurel Creek carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Wv 37 over Laurel Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.6 m).
Who owns Wv 37 over Laurel Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.