US Bridges

I79 X over CR 4/22

Fair

Braxton County, West Virginia · 0.55 MI S of CO 19/22 · Structure no. 00000000004A118

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,700
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I79 X over CR 4/22 is a steel culvert carrying I79 X over CR 4/22 in Braxton County, West Virginia. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the West Virginia average of 44.7 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 9,700 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,871 by 2038. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long.

CarriesI79 X
CrossesCR 4/22
Location0.55 MI S of CO 19/22
RouteInterstate 7900
Coordinates38.69716, -80.66925
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length20 ft (6.2 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,700 (2018)
Projected traffic13,871 by 2038
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$450,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I79 X over CR 4/22 built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is I79 X over CR 4/22 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does I79 X over CR 4/22 carry?

About 9,700 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is I79 X over CR 4/22?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m).

Who owns I79 X over CR 4/22?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.