I-79 Sbl over Wv16

Fair Condition52 years old8,600 vehicles/day

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyClay
Location5.88 Mi N Of Wv 36
CarriesI-79 Sbl
CrossesWv16
Coordinates38.59621, -81.04240

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length331.7 ft (101.1 m)
Max Span91.5 ft (27.9 m)
Deck Width44.6 ft (13.6 m)
Deck Area1375.0 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1974

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic8,600 (2020)
Truck Traffic25%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00000000008A071

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