I-79 Sbl over CR 53 & Gabes Creek

Fair Condition50 years old12,700 vehicles/day

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyKanawha
Location6.29 Mi. N. Of CR 43
CarriesI-79 Sbl
CrossesCR 53 & Gabes Creek
Coordinates38.50737, -81.40942

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length289.4 ft (88.2 m)
Max Span72.2 ft (22 m)
Deck Width44.6 ft (13.6 m)
Deck Area1199.5 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1976

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic12,700 (2020)
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 Number00000000020A513

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