Wv Route 71 over Bluestone River

Fair Condition23 years old3,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyMercer
Location0.01 Mile N Of Co 71/14
CarriesWv Route 71
CrossesBluestone River
Coordinates37.35407, -81.24745

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length138.1 ft (42.1 m)
Max Span134.8 ft (41.1 m)
Deck Width32.8 ft (10 m)
Deck Area421 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built2003

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,000 (2020)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00000000028A310

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