Wv 6 over Kanawha River US60 WV61
FairPosted for loadFayette County, West Virginia · 0.12 Miles S. of Wv 61 · Structure no. 00000000010A020
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 2023
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 1,665 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 17,736
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wv 6 over Kanawha River US60 WV61 is a steel truss - thru carrying Wv 6 over Kanawha River US60 WV61 in Fayette County, West Virginia. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 2023, so it is 69 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 17,736 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,638 by 2039. The structure is 1,665 ft (507.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wv 6 over Kanawha River US60 WV61 built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2023.
What condition is Wv 6 over Kanawha River US60 WV61 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 2023.
How much traffic does Wv 6 over Kanawha River US60 WV61 carry?
About 17,736 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Wv 6 over Kanawha River US60 WV61?
The structure is 1,665 ft (507.5 m) long with a longest span of 486 ft (148.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Wv 6 over Kanawha River US60 WV61?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.