Interstate 79 SB over Elk Creek

Fair Condition56 years old11,700 vehicles/day

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyHarrison
Location0.43 Mi South Wv RT 20
CarriesInterstate 79 SB
CrossesElk Creek
Coordinates39.22144, -80.30177

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length293.6 ft (89.5 m)
Max Span110.9 ft (33.8 m)
Deck Width44.6 ft (13.6 m)
Deck Area1217.2 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1970

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic11,700 (2022)
Truck Traffic13%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection124
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00000000017A250

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