US 119 over Riffe Branch
FairMingo County, West Virginia · 0.11MILE North of CR 7/5 · Structure no. 00000000030A205
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 37 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 119 over Riffe Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 119 over Riffe Branch in Mingo County, West Virginia. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 6 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 6,700 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,174 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 119 over Riffe Branch built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 119 over Riffe Branch 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 119 over Riffe Branch carry?
About 6,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 119 over Riffe Branch?
The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns US 119 over Riffe Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.