West Virginia 53 over South Fork Hughes River
FairRitchie County, West Virginia · 0.09 Mile South of Wv 47 · Structure no. 00000000043A135
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 208 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Virginia 53 over South Fork Hughes River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying West Virginia 53 over South Fork Hughes River in Ritchie County, West Virginia. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 298 by 2039. The structure is 208 ft (63.3 m) long and 27 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West Virginia 53 over South Fork Hughes River built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is West Virginia 53 over South Fork Hughes 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does West Virginia 53 over South Fork Hughes River carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is West Virginia 53 over South Fork Hughes River?
The structure is 208 ft (63.3 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.9 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns West Virginia 53 over South Fork Hughes River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.