I-79 Nbl over C.r.29 Big Sandy Creek

Fair Condition54 years old5,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyRoane
Location0.33 Mi. N. Of Cr. 29
CarriesI-79 Nbl
CrossesC.r.29 Big Sandy Creek
Coordinates38.57171, -81.26346

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 Length480.6 ft (146.5 m)
Max Span129.9 ft (39.6 m)
Deck Width47.9 ft (14.6 m)
Deck Area2138.9 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1972

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,800 (2019)
Truck Traffic16%
Lanes On Bridge3
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00000000044A124

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