US 19 Sbl over Wv 55
FairNicholas County, West Virginia · 0.87 Miles S. of CR 43/1 · Structure no. 00000000034A107
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 138 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,650
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 19 Sbl over Wv 55 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 19 Sbl over Wv 55 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 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 5,650 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,780 by 2039. The structure is 138 ft (42 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 19 Sbl over Wv 55 built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 19 Sbl over Wv 55 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 19 Sbl over Wv 55 carry?
About 5,650 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 19 Sbl over Wv 55?
The structure is 138 ft (42 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 19 Sbl over Wv 55?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.