US Bridges

Wv 62 Spur over CSX Ohio River OH833

Fair

Mason County, West Virginia · 0.02 Mile N. of 62 · Structure no. 00000000027A171

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stayed Girder
Concrete Continuous
Length
1,853 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,577
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wv 62 Spur over CSX Ohio River OH833 is a concrete continuous stayed girder carrying Wv 62 Spur over CSX Ohio River OH833 in Mason County, West Virginia. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 9,577 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,130 by 2038. The structure is 1,853 ft (564.7 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

Location

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CarriesWv 62 Spur
CrossesCSX Ohio River OH833
Location0.02 Mile N. of 62
RouteState Highway 62
CountyMason County
StateWest Virginia
Coordinates39.01272, -82.04003
Functional classUrban Minor 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.
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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71 US tons
Inventory rating46 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStayed Girder
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+9 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length1,853 ft (564.7 m)
Longest span675 ft (205.7 m)
Deck width66 ft (20 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck17 ft (5.3 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,577 (2013)
Projected traffic13,130 by 2038
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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 proposedDeck rehabilitation with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$241,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Wv 62 Spur over CSX Ohio River OH833 built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wv 62 Spur over CSX Ohio River OH833 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Wv 62 Spur over CSX Ohio River OH833 carry?

About 9,577 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Wv 62 Spur over CSX Ohio River OH833?

The structure is 1,853 ft (564.7 m) long with a longest span of 675 ft (205.7 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns Wv 62 Spur over CSX Ohio River OH833?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.