US 19 over West Fork River
PoorPosted for loadLewis County, West Virginia · 0.07 MI S of CO 44/7 · Structure no. 00000000021A053
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 137 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,100
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 19 over West Fork River is a steel truss - thru carrying US 19 over West Fork River in Lewis County, West Virginia. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 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 1,100 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,365 by 2038. The structure is 137 ft (41.7 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 19 over West Fork River built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 19 over West Fork River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 19 over West Fork River carry?
About 1,100 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 19 over West Fork River?
The structure is 137 ft (41.7 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.7 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns US 19 over West Fork River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.