Wv 5 over Sinking Creek

Fair Condition39 years old1,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyGilmer
Location0.03 Mi W Of Co 3
CarriesWv 5
CrossesSinking Creek
Coordinates38.95366, -80.90014

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length108.9 ft (33.2 m)
Max Span104.0 ft (31.7 m)
Deck Width30.2 ft (9.2 m)
Deck Area305.4 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1987

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,800 (2018)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00000000011A009

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