US Bridges

Wv 259 F over Halterman Hollow Run

PoorPosted for load

Hardy County, West Virginia · 0.37 MI S CR 18 Sls · Structure no. 00000000016A085

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
32 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,900
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wv 259 F over Halterman Hollow Run is a concrete slab carrying Wv 259 F over Halterman Hollow Run in Hardy County, West Virginia. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,900 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,755 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 32 ft wide.

CarriesWv 259 F
CrossesHalterman Hollow Run
Location0.37 MI S CR 18 Sls
RouteState Highway 25900
Coordinates38.84223, -78.87482
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.6 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.7 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,900 (2022)
Projected traffic2,755 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$125,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Wv 259 F over Halterman Hollow Run built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wv 259 F over Halterman Hollow Run 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Wv 259 F over Halterman Hollow Run carry?

About 1,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is Wv 259 F over Halterman Hollow Run?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Wv 259 F over Halterman Hollow Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.