Interstate 79 over Duck Creek
FairBraxton County, West Virginia · 0.02 MI South CO 11 Sls · Structure no. 00000000004A157
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,100
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 79 over Duck Creek is a steel culvert carrying Interstate 79 over Duck Creek 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 6 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 11,100 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,873 by 2038. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 79 over Duck Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 79 over Duck Creek 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Interstate 79 over Duck Creek carry?
About 11,100 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 79 over Duck Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns Interstate 79 over Duck Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.