I-79 Sbl over Big Sandy Creek/ C.r. 29

Poor Condition54 years old5,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyRoane
Location0.33 Mi. N. Of Cr. 29
CarriesI-79 Sbl
CrossesBig Sandy Creek/ C.r. 29
Coordinates38.57192, -81.26348

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure7 (Good)
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 Width44.6 ft (13.6 m)
Deck Area1992.4 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1972

Traffic

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

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00000000044A135

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