County Route 19/17 over Rt Fork West Fork River
FairPosted for loadLewis County, West Virginia · 0.01 MI N of CO 44/5 Sls · Structure no. 00000000021A065
- Built
- 1902
- 123 years old, rebuilt 2024
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Other
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 42 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Route 19/17 over Rt Fork West Fork River is a wood or timber other carrying County Route 19/17 over Rt Fork West Fork River in Lewis County, West Virginia. It was built in 1902 and reconstructed in 2024, so it is 123 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 67 by 2038. The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long and 15 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Route 19/17 over Rt Fork West Fork River built?
It was built in 1902, making it 123 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2024.
What condition is County Route 19/17 over Rt Fork West Fork River 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does County Route 19/17 over Rt Fork West Fork River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is County Route 19/17 over Rt Fork West Fork River?
The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.
Who owns County Route 19/17 over Rt Fork West Fork River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.