US Bridges

Interstate 79 over Hrr CO 50/16 50/25 & RR

Good

Harrison County, West Virginia · 0.70 MI North of US 50 · Structure no. 00000000017A318

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
305 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
57,700
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 79 over Hrr CO 50/16 50/25 & RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Interstate 79 over Hrr CO 50/16 50/25 & RR in Harrison County, West Virginia. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger than the West Virginia average of 44.7 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 57,700 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 73,855 by 2041. The structure is 305 ft (93.1 m) long and 137 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesInterstate 79
CrossesHrr CO 50/16 50/25 & RR
Location0.70 MI North of US 50
RouteInterstate 7900
Coordinates39.2886, -80.2801
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83 US tons
Inventory rating63.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+4 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length305 ft (93.1 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.3 m)
Deck width137 ft (41.8 m)
Roadway width133 ft (40.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic57,700 (2019)
Projected traffic73,855 by 2041
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 79 over Hrr CO 50/16 50/25 & RR built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 79 over Hrr CO 50/16 50/25 & RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does Interstate 79 over Hrr CO 50/16 50/25 & RR carry?

About 57,700 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 79 over Hrr CO 50/16 50/25 & RR?

The structure is 305 ft (93.1 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 137 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 79 over Hrr CO 50/16 50/25 & RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.