U.S. 33 over South Branch Potomac Riv
GoodPendleton County, West Virginia · 0.13 Mile West of CR 5/11 · Structure no. 00000000036A165
- Built
- 2013
- 12 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 213 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 33 over South Branch Potomac Riv is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 33 over South Branch Potomac Riv in Pendleton County, West Virginia. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 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 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,591 by 2042. The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 72.7 mi (117 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 33 over South Branch Potomac Riv built?
It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 33 over South Branch Potomac Riv 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does U.S. 33 over South Branch Potomac Riv carry?
About 3,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 33 over South Branch Potomac Riv?
The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 33 over South Branch Potomac Riv?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.