West Virginia 36 over Pocatalico River
GoodRoane County, West Virginia · 0.02 M South of C.R. 52 · Structure no. 00000000044A079
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 85 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 800
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Virginia 36 over Pocatalico River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying West Virginia 36 over Pocatalico River in Roane County, West Virginia. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 800 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 912 by 2042. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West Virginia 36 over Pocatalico River built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is West Virginia 36 over Pocatalico River 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does West Virginia 36 over Pocatalico River carry?
About 800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is West Virginia 36 over Pocatalico River?
The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns West Virginia 36 over Pocatalico River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.