West Virginia 14A over Little Kanawha River
GoodWood County, West Virginia · 0.21 Mile West of Wv 95 · Structure no. 00000000054A172
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 788 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,800
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Virginia 14A over Little Kanawha River is a steel truss - thru carrying West Virginia 14A over Little Kanawha River in Wood 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 6,800 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,140 by 2039. The structure is 788 ft (240.3 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West Virginia 14A over Little Kanawha River built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is West Virginia 14A over Little Kanawha 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does West Virginia 14A over Little Kanawha River carry?
About 6,800 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is West Virginia 14A over Little Kanawha River?
The structure is 788 ft (240.3 m) long with a longest span of 400 ft (121.9 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.
Who owns West Virginia 14A over Little Kanawha River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.