US 250 (t) over Tygart Valley River
FairPosted for loadBarbour County, West Virginia · 0.07 Mi. S. of US 119 · Structure no. 00000000001A092
- Built
- 1852
- 173 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 312 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 250 (t) over Tygart Valley River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 250 (t) over Tygart Valley River in Barbour County, West Virginia. It was built in 1852 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 173 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 7,000 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,260 by 2038. The structure is 312 ft (95 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 250 (t) over Tygart Valley River built?
It was built in 1852, making it 173 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is US 250 (t) over Tygart Valley River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 250 (t) over Tygart Valley River carry?
About 7,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 250 (t) over Tygart Valley River?
The structure is 312 ft (95 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns US 250 (t) over Tygart Valley River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.