I-79 Sbl over Elk Rvr Elk Rvr Rr Wv 4

Fair Condition54 years old5,750 vehicles/day

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyBraxton
Location6.04 Mi S US 19
CarriesI-79 Sbl
CrossesElk Rvr Elk Rvr Rr Wv 4
Coordinates38.61878, -80.85813

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length782.5 ft (238.5 m)
Max Span160.1 ft (48.8 m)
Deck Width44.6 ft (13.6 m)
Deck Area3243.6 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1972

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,750 (2018)
Truck Traffic24%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection324
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00000000004A108

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