US Bridges

US Route 119 NB over Big Coal River CSX RR

Fair

Kanawha County, West Virginia · 0.50 Mile S of CR 15/9 · Structure no. 00000000020A574

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
811 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,000
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US Route 119 NB over Big Coal River CSX RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US Route 119 NB over Big Coal River CSX RR in Kanawha County, West Virginia. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 5 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 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,600 by 2041. The structure is 811 ft (247.3 m) long and 44 ft wide.

CarriesUS Route 119 NB
CrossesBig Coal River CSX RR
Location0.50 Mile S of CR 15/9
RouteU.S. Route 119
Coordinates38.2681, -81.78874
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length811 ft (247.3 m)
Longest span165 ft (50.3 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,000 (2021)
Projected traffic12,600 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.4 million (2021 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US Route 119 NB over Big Coal River CSX RR built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is US Route 119 NB over Big Coal River CSX RR 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US Route 119 NB over Big Coal River CSX RR carry?

About 12,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US Route 119 NB over Big Coal River CSX RR?

The structure is 811 ft (247.3 m) long with a longest span of 165 ft (50.3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns US Route 119 NB over Big Coal River CSX RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.