US Bridges

Market ST-WVA2SPUR over SR-7 RR & Ohio River

PoorClosed to traffic

Jefferson County, Ohio · .7 MI N of Conrail RR · Structure no. 4100964

Built
1905
120 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected May 2024
Type
Suspension
Steel
Length
1,794 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,845
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Market ST-WVA2SPUR over SR-7 RR & Ohio River is a steel suspension carrying Market ST-WVA2SPUR over SR-7 RR & Ohio River in Jefferson County, Ohio. It was built in 1905, so it is 120 years old, older than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 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: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 6,845 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,501 by 2038. The structure is 1,794 ft (546.9 m) long and 21 ft wide.

CarriesMarket ST-WVA2SPUR
CrossesSR-7 RR & Ohio River
Location.7 MI N of Conrail RR
RouteCity Street WV2SP
StateOhio
Coordinates40.35921, -80.61249
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Substructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating3.5 US tons
Inventory rating0 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSuspension
MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans1 (+8 approach)
Design loadH 10
Structure length1,794 ft (546.9 m)
Longest span700 ft (213.4 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.5 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck8 ft (2.3 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,845 (2018)
Projected traffic9,501 by 2038
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Market ST-WVA2SPUR over SR-7 RR & Ohio River built?

It was built in 1905, making it 120 years old in 2025.

What condition is Market ST-WVA2SPUR over SR-7 RR & Ohio River 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Market ST-WVA2SPUR over SR-7 RR & Ohio River carry?

About 6,845 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Market ST-WVA2SPUR over SR-7 RR & Ohio River?

The structure is 1,794 ft (546.9 m) long with a longest span of 700 ft (213.4 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns Market ST-WVA2SPUR over SR-7 RR & Ohio River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.