US Bridges

West Virginia 88 over Long Run

Fair

Ohio County, West Virginia · 0.21 Mi. South JCT CR 7 · Structure no. 00000000035A104

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,100
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

West Virginia 88 over Long Run is a concrete culvert carrying West Virginia 88 over Long Run in Ohio County, West Virginia. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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.

It carries about 9,100 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,013 by 2040. The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long.

Location

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CarriesWest Virginia 88
CrossesLong Run
Location0.21 Mi. South JCT CR 7
RouteState Highway 88
CountyOhio County
StateWest Virginia
Coordinates40.08637, -80.69153
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (11.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,100 (2020)
Projected traffic13,013 by 2040
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$638,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was West Virginia 88 over Long Run built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is West Virginia 88 over Long Run 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does West Virginia 88 over Long Run carry?

About 9,100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is West Virginia 88 over Long Run?

The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns West Virginia 88 over Long Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.