West Virginia 16 over Little Kanawha River
FairCalhoun County, West Virginia · 0.09 Mile South of Wv 5 · Structure no. 00000000007A045
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 375 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Virginia 16 over Little Kanawha River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying West Virginia 16 over Little Kanawha River in Calhoun County, West Virginia. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 65 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,575 by 2039. The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West Virginia 16 over Little Kanawha River built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is West Virginia 16 over Little Kanawha 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does West Virginia 16 over Little Kanawha River carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is West Virginia 16 over Little Kanawha River?
The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long with a longest span of 103 ft (31.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns West Virginia 16 over Little Kanawha River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.