US Bridges

West Virginia 47 over Stillwell Creek

Good

Wood County, West Virginia · 0.15 M West of CR 47/24 · Structure no. 00000000054A097

Built
1946
79 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,800
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

West Virginia 47 over Stillwell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying West Virginia 47 over Stillwell Creek in Wood County, West Virginia. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 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 6,800 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,140 by 2042. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesWest Virginia 47
CrossesStillwell Creek
Location0.15 M West of CR 47/24
RouteState Highway 47
Coordinates39.20495, -81.47009
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,800 (2022)
Projected traffic7,140 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was West Virginia 47 over Stillwell Creek built?

It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.

What condition is West Virginia 47 over Stillwell 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does West Virginia 47 over Stillwell Creek carry?

About 6,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is West Virginia 47 over Stillwell Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m).

Who owns West Virginia 47 over Stillwell Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.