Md 51 over Potomac River

Fair Condition39 years old1,502 vehicles/day

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyMorgan
LocationOn West Virginia Line
CarriesMd 51
CrossesPotomac River
Coordinates39.53866, -78.45557

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length455.1 ft (138.7 m)
Max Span125.0 ft (38.1 m)
Deck Width33.1 ft (10.1 m)
Deck Area1400.9 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1987

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,502 (2009)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection424
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00000000033A066

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