US 19 Nbl over Birch River
FairNicholas County, West Virginia · 0.18 Miles N. of Wv 82 · Structure no. 00000000034A095
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 318 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,900
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 19 Nbl over Birch River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 19 Nbl over Birch River in Nicholas County, West Virginia. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 5,900 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,080 by 2042. The structure is 318 ft (97 m) long and 45 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 19 Nbl over Birch River built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 19 Nbl over Birch River 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US 19 Nbl over Birch River carry?
About 5,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 19 Nbl over Birch River?
The structure is 318 ft (97 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 19 Nbl over Birch River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.