I-79 over I-79

Fair Condition53 years old9,600 vehicles/day

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyBraxton
Location0.58 Mi N Co 5/11 Sls
CarriesI-79
CrossesI-79
Coordinates38.86441, -80.65006

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length382.2 ft (116.5 m)
Max Span86.9 ft (26.5 m)
Deck Width44.6 ft (13.6 m)
Deck Area1584.4 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1973

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic9,600 (2018)
Truck Traffic23%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00000000004A132

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