US 19 Sbl over Summersville Lake
FairPosted for loadNicholas County, West Virginia · 0.22 Miles N. of CR 19/66 · Structure no. 00000000034A026
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Truss - Deck
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,401 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,600
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 19 Sbl over Summersville Lake is a steel continuous truss - deck carrying US 19 Sbl over Summersville Lake in Nicholas County, West Virginia. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 62 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 15,600 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,464 by 2039. The structure is 1,401 ft (427 m) long and 37 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 19 Sbl over Summersville Lake built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is US 19 Sbl over Summersville Lake 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 19 Sbl over Summersville Lake carry?
About 15,600 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 19 Sbl over Summersville Lake?
The structure is 1,401 ft (427 m) long with a longest span of 400 ft (121.9 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns US 19 Sbl over Summersville Lake?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.