US Bridges

Wv 106 over Oh 7(GOV) Wv 2 Oh Rivr

FairPosted for load

Cabell County, West Virginia · 0.67 MI North of US 60 · Structure no. 00000000006A215

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stayed Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
3,787 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
21,750
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wv 106 over Oh 7(GOV) Wv 2 Oh Rivr is a prestressed concrete continuous stayed girder carrying Wv 106 over Oh 7(GOV) Wv 2 Oh Rivr in Cabell County, West Virginia. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 21,750 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,317 by 2042. The structure is 3,787 ft (1,154.3 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesWv 106
CrossesOh 7(GOV) Wv 2 Oh Rivr
Location0.67 MI North of US 60
RouteState Highway 10600
CountyCabell County
StateWest Virginia
Coordinates38.43416, -82.38963
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating33 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStayed Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+16 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length3,787 ft (1,154.3 m)
Longest span900 ft (274.3 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck18 ft (5.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,750 (2022)
Projected traffic26,317 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$100,000
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Wv 106 over Oh 7(GOV) Wv 2 Oh Rivr built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wv 106 over Oh 7(GOV) Wv 2 Oh Rivr 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Wv 106 over Oh 7(GOV) Wv 2 Oh Rivr carry?

About 21,750 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Wv 106 over Oh 7(GOV) Wv 2 Oh Rivr?

The structure is 3,787 ft (1,154.3 m) long with a longest span of 900 ft (274.3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Wv 106 over Oh 7(GOV) Wv 2 Oh Rivr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.