Wv 5 over Little Kanawha River

Fair Condition53 years old3,404 vehicles/day

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyBraxton
Location0.09 Mi E Of Co 5/10
CarriesWv 5
CrossesLittle Kanawha River
Coordinates38.86052, -80.66404

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length217.2 ft (66.2 m)
Max Span81.0 ft (24.7 m)
Deck Width46.6 ft (14.2 m)
Deck Area940.0 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1973

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,404 (2015)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 48 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00000000004A016

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