West Virginia 68 over US 50 W
GoodWood County, West Virginia · 0.20 Mile North of US 50 · Structure no. 00000000054A191
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 259 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10,200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Virginia 68 over US 50 W is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying West Virginia 68 over US 50 W in Wood County, West Virginia. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 10,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,710 by 2042. The structure is 259 ft (79 m) long and 38 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West Virginia 68 over US 50 W built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is West Virginia 68 over US 50 W 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 68 over US 50 W carry?
About 10,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is West Virginia 68 over US 50 W?
The structure is 259 ft (79 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns West Virginia 68 over US 50 W?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.