US Bridges

Wv 618 over Ohio River Wv 14 & CSX

FairPosted for load

Wood County, West Virginia · 0.49 M West of Wv 68 S · Structure no. 00000000054A103

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
2,531 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,700
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wv 618 over Ohio River Wv 14 & CSX is a steel truss - thru carrying Wv 618 over Ohio River Wv 14 & CSX in Wood County, West Virginia. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.

It carries about 15,700 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,586 by 2035. The structure is 2,531 ft (771.3 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesWv 618
CrossesOhio River Wv 14 & CSX
Location0.49 M West of Wv 68 S
RouteState Highway 618
CountyWood County
StateWest Virginia
Coordinates39.27044, -81.56515
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for other load-capacity restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.9 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+8 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length2,531 ft (771.3 m)
Longest span750 ft (228.6 m)
Deck width76 ft (23.1 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck17 ft (5.1 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,700 (2018)
Projected traffic20,586 by 2035
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
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$11 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Wv 618 over Ohio River Wv 14 & CSX built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wv 618 over Ohio River Wv 14 & CSX 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Wv 618 over Ohio River Wv 14 & CSX carry?

About 15,700 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Wv 618 over Ohio River Wv 14 & CSX?

The structure is 2,531 ft (771.3 m) long with a longest span of 750 ft (228.6 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.

Who owns Wv 618 over Ohio River Wv 14 & CSX?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.