Is MON CO RT 19/25 Safe?
MON CO RT 19/25 in West Virginia has a Condition Score of 25/100 (Grade D). The deck is rated 4/9, superstructure 3/9, and substructure 5/9. The bridge is classified as structurally deficient under FHWA criteria. Built in 1930 (96 years old), it carries approximately 601K vehicles per day.
MON CO RT 19/25 carries a D on the BridgeSafety Condition Score with 25/100. One or more primary components is rated in fair-to-poor condition; the bridge typically appears in state transportation plans for rehabilitation or replacement within the next funding cycle.
The bridge was built in 1930, making it 96 years old — well beyond the typical 50-year design life of bridges constructed in that era. Bridges of this vintage usually need substantial rehabilitation or replacement once their original components have aged out, regardless of current condition ratings. MON CO RT 19/25 carries an average daily traffic count of 600,500 vehicles, with 2 lane(s) crossing Scotts Run. The owning agency is State Highway Agency; bridge inspection records flow into the federal NBI database annually.
BridgeSafety reads the FHWA National Bridge Inventory (NBI) — the authoritative federal dataset covering every public road bridge longer than 20 feet in the United States. Each bridge record includes age, structural condition by component, traffic load, and the formal sufficiency rating that determines federal funding eligibility.
The Structurally Deficient designation flags bridges where at least one primary component (deck, superstructure, substructure) is rated in poor condition on the FHWA 0-9 scale. FHWA explicitly notes that bridges with this designation remain open and safe when they meet load-rating requirements; the designation signals rehabilitation need, not closure.
What the Condition Score Means
A Condition Score of 25/100 places MON CO RT 19/25 at a D grade. At least one primary component rates 4 ("Poor") on the NBI 0-9 scale, which makes the bridge eligible for federal replacement and rehabilitation funding under FHWA bridge programs. Posted load limits, weight restrictions, or work zone postings may apply, set by the owning state DOT — not by the inventory rating itself. The federal "structurally deficient" classification is triggered at this rating.
MON CO RT 19/25 is currently classified as structurally deficient under FHWA criteria, meaning at least one of its load-carrying components scores 4 or lower on the NBI 0-9 scale. This federal classification determines eligibility for replacement and rehabilitation funding through the Bridge Investment Program and state formula funds. It is a condition-based label, not a safety determination. Bridges in this category remain open at state-set posted loads while their ratings are addressed.
Component Ratings
| Component | Rating | Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 | /9 |
| Superstructure | 3 | /9 |
| Substructure | 5 | /9 |
| Overall Score | 25/100 | Grade D |
FHWA scale: 9 Excellent, 7 Good, 5 Fair, 4 Poor, lower readings indicate progressively worse condition. Component ratings reflect the most recent inspection submitted to the National Bridge Inventory.
Age and Traffic Context
MON CO RT 19/25 was built in 1930, 96 years ago — well beyond a typical original 50-year design life. Many U.S. bridges of this vintage have been rehabilitated multiple times (deck replacements, superstructure work) and remain in active service. Long age does not indicate poor current condition; the inspection ratings on this page are the relevant signal.
MON CO RT 19/25 carries roughly 601K vehicles per day, a heavy traffic volume that places it among the higher-priority structures in the inventory for maintenance allocation. Heavy daily traffic accelerates deck wear, joint deterioration, and accumulated fatigue on superstructure elements, which is why busy interstate and arterial bridges often appear on rehabilitation priority lists.
Bridge Details
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MON CO RT 19/25 safe to cross?
MON CO RT 19/25 remains open to traffic at posted load limits set by the owning state DOT. Its current Condition Score is 25/100 (Grade D). NBI condition ratings describe observed physical condition; they are not closure or safety determinations. State DOTs and the FHWA bridge program are the authoritative sources for any operational restriction on a specific structure. The bridge meets the federal definition of "structurally deficient" — a funding-eligibility classification — but this does not mean it is unsafe at posted loads.
What do the deck, superstructure, and substructure ratings mean?
On the FHWA NBI 0-9 scale: 9 is Excellent, 7 Good, 5 Fair, 4 Poor, and 0 means the component has failed. MON CO RT 19/25 rates deck 4/9, superstructure 3/9, and substructure 5/9. The deck is the riding surface; the superstructure carries loads from deck to bearings (girders, beams, trusses); the substructure transfers loads to foundations (piers, abutments). A rating of 4 or lower on any of the three triggers the "structurally deficient" classification.
When was MON CO RT 19/25 last inspected?
Federal regulation requires inspection at least every 24 months by a certified team leader. Inspection records flow from the West Virginia Department of Transportation to the FHWA NBI; the dataset on this page reflects the 2025 federal NBI release, refreshed April 2026. For the most recent inspection report or any operational status (postings, lane closures), the West Virginia DOT is the authoritative source.
Is MON CO RT 19/25 structurally deficient?
Yes — MON CO RT 19/25 is currently classified as structurally deficient because at least one of its three primary load-carrying components rates 4 or lower on the NBI 0-9 scale. The classification is condition-based and determines federal funding eligibility; it is not a safety or closure determination.
Where can I see official inspection records for MON CO RT 19/25?
The Federal Highway Administration publishes the underlying inspection data through the National Bridge Inventory (https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/bridge/nbi.cfm). The West Virginia DOT publishes additional state-level reporting and operational notices. The ASCE Infrastructure Report Card provides national-level analysis that draws on the same NBI data.