US Bridges

Marion CO Rt 64 over Tygart River & CSX RR

Good

Marion County, West Virginia · 0.10 MI North CO Rt 60 · Structure no. 00000000025A248

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
524 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Marion CO Rt 64 over Tygart River & CSX RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Marion CO Rt 64 over Tygart River & CSX RR in Marion County, West Virginia. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,275 by 2041. The structure is 524 ft (159.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesMarion CO Rt 64
CrossesTygart River & CSX RR
Location0.10 MI North CO Rt 60
RouteCounty Highway 6400
Coordinates39.43529, -80.1728
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating84 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length524 ft (159.6 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.9 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,100 (2022)
Projected traffic3,275 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Marion CO Rt 64 over Tygart River & CSX RR built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Marion CO Rt 64 over Tygart River & CSX RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.

How much traffic does Marion CO Rt 64 over Tygart River & CSX RR carry?

About 2,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Marion CO Rt 64 over Tygart River & CSX RR?

The structure is 524 ft (159.6 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Marion CO Rt 64 over Tygart River & CSX RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.