I-79 Nbl over CR 53 & Gabes Creek

Poor Condition50 years old11,300 vehicles/day

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyKanawha
Location6.29 Mi. N. Of CR 43
CarriesI-79 Nbl
CrossesCR 53 & Gabes Creek
Coordinates38.50709, -81.40960

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length372.4 ft (113.5 m)
Max Span76.1 ft (23.2 m)
Deck Width44.6 ft (13.6 m)
Deck Area1543.6 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1976

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic11,300 (2021)
Truck Traffic17%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection323
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00000000020A512

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