US Route 19 over Shinns Run
PoorPosted for loadHarrison County, West Virginia · 0.04 MI South Wv Rt 131 · Structure no. 00000000017A084
- Built
- 1920
- 105 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 9,400
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Route 19 over Shinns Run is a concrete arch - deck carrying US Route 19 over Shinns Run in Harrison County, West Virginia. It was built in 1920, so it is 105 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 9,400 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,655 by 2041. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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 Route 19 over Shinns Run built?
It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Route 19 over Shinns 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US Route 19 over Shinns Run carry?
About 9,400 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US Route 19 over Shinns Run?
The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns US Route 19 over Shinns Run?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.