Wv Route 72 over Buffalo Creek

Good Condition18 years old250 vehicles/day

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyPreston
Location0.07 Mi South Pres Co 78
CarriesWv Route 72
CrossesBuffalo Creek
Coordinates39.28332, -79.73050

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length138.5 ft (42.2 m)
Max Span133.9 ft (40.8 m)
Deck Width30.5 ft (9.3 m)
Deck Area392.5 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built2008

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic250 (2020)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection123
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00000000039A236

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