US Bridges

Mon CO Rt 49 over Dents Run

Good

Monongalia County, West Virginia · 0.47 MI North US Route 19 · Structure no. 00000000031A128

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
38 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,100
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mon CO Rt 49 over Dents Run is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mon CO Rt 49 over Dents Run in Monongalia County, West Virginia. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 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 3,100 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,225 by 2039. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long.

CarriesMon CO Rt 49
CrossesDents Run
Location0.47 MI North US Route 19
RouteCounty Highway 4900
Coordinates39.63391, -79.99327
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.5 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,100 (2019)
Projected traffic4,225 by 2039
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mon CO Rt 49 over Dents Run built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mon CO Rt 49 over Dents 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 February 2021.

How much traffic does Mon CO Rt 49 over Dents Run carry?

About 3,100 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Mon CO Rt 49 over Dents Run?

The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns Mon CO Rt 49 over Dents Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.