US 52 over Ohio River
PoorCabell County, West Virginia · 1.29 MI North of I-64 · Structure no. 00000000006A168
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 2,252 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 19,844
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over Ohio River is a steel truss - thru carrying US 52 over Ohio River in Cabell County, West Virginia. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 57 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 19,844 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,812 by 2042. The structure is 2,252 ft (686.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, 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 52 over Ohio River built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is US 52 over 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 52 over Ohio River carry?
About 19,844 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over Ohio River?
The structure is 2,252 ft (686.3 m) long with a longest span of 563 ft (171.5 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over Ohio River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.