US Bridges

US 50 Ebl & Wbl over Marietta Run

Good

Ritchie County, West Virginia · At Jct. Us. 50&CR 50/2 · Structure no. 00000000043A103

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,200
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 50 Ebl & Wbl over Marietta Run is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 50 Ebl & Wbl over Marietta Run in Ritchie County, West Virginia. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 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 8,200 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,562 by 2039. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long.

CarriesUS 50 Ebl & Wbl
CrossesMarietta Run
LocationAt Jct. Us. 50&CR 50/2
RouteU.S. Route 50
Coordinates39.24699, -81.23387
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,200 (2019)
Projected traffic11,562 by 2039
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.5 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 50 Ebl & Wbl over Marietta Run built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 50 Ebl & Wbl over Marietta Run 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 50 Ebl & Wbl over Marietta Run carry?

About 8,200 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 50 Ebl & Wbl over Marietta Run?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns US 50 Ebl & Wbl over Marietta Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.