US Bridges

US 220 T over Block Run

Good

Mineral County, West Virginia · 0.77 MI S of CR 220/5 Sls · Structure no. 00000000029A074

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,500
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 220 T over Block Run is a concrete culvert carrying US 220 T over Block Run in Mineral County, West Virginia. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 10,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,600 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long.

CarriesUS 220 T
CrossesBlock Run
Location0.77 MI S of CR 220/5 Sls
RouteU.S. Route 22000
Coordinates39.40617, -79.00293
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating83 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length25 ft (7.7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,500 (2020)
Projected traffic12,600 by 2040
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 220 T over Block Run built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 220 T over Block Run 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 220 T over Block Run carry?

About 10,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 220 T over Block Run?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns US 220 T over Block Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.