US Bridges

US 60 over Kellys Ck RR & CR 81

Fair

Kanawha County, West Virginia · 0.31 MI E of CR 81 · Structure no. 00000000020A160

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
296 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
17,623
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 60 over Kellys Ck RR & CR 81 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 60 over Kellys Ck RR & CR 81 in Kanawha County, West Virginia. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 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 17,623 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,832 by 2042. The structure is 296 ft (90.2 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS 60
CrossesKellys Ck RR & CR 81
Location0.31 MI E of CR 81
RouteU.S. Route 60
Coordinates38.22096, -81.42901
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+3 approach)
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length296 ft (90.2 m)
Longest span124 ft (37.9 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.5 m)
Roadway width77 ft (23.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,623 (2022)
Projected traffic18,832 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 60 over Kellys Ck RR & CR 81 built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 60 over Kellys Ck RR & CR 81 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 60 over Kellys Ck RR & CR 81 carry?

About 17,623 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 60 over Kellys Ck RR & CR 81?

The structure is 296 ft (90.2 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.9 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns US 60 over Kellys Ck RR & CR 81?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.