As part of the current six-year inspection program, the West Virginia Department of Transportation selected Randolph Engineering to provide an in-depth, arms-length inspection of a 10-span structure over the Ohio River located in Jackson County, West Virginia. The project scope included a detailed report complete with color photographs, condition sketches, and maintenance recommendations.
The William S. Ritchie Bridge consists of ten spans, which carry US Route 33 in an east/west direction and span WV Route 68, the CSX Railroad, and the Ohio River. The bridge consists of 6 spans of Welded Steel Girder spans along the Ohio approach, 3 Continuous Steel Through Truss spans, and 1 Welded Steel Girder span along the WV approach, and totals 2709’ in length. The peak of the truss is approximately 130’ above the deck and approximately 210’ above the water surface
Randolph Engineering, through a subsidiary company, provided all access equipment, support personnel, and maintenance of traffic.
Highlights:
- Major River Crossing
- Provided Inspection Access
- Large Truss