US Bridges

I-77 S Exit Ramp over Nesselroad Run

Fair

Jackson County, West Virginia · 0.01 Mile North of CR 1 · Structure no. 00000000018A203

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,900
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-77 S Exit Ramp over Nesselroad Run is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I-77 S Exit Ramp over Nesselroad Run in Jackson County, West Virginia. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 11,900 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,017 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long.

Location

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CarriesI-77 S Exit Ramp
CrossesNesselroad Run
Location0.01 Mile North of CR 1
RouteInterstate 77
CountyJackson County
StateWest Virginia
Coordinates39.00494, -81.62843
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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating85 US tons
Inventory rating51 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13 m)
Longest span13 ft (4.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,900 (2022)
Projected traffic17,017 by 2042
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$45,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-77 S Exit Ramp over Nesselroad Run built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-77 S Exit Ramp over Nesselroad Run 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does I-77 S Exit Ramp over Nesselroad Run carry?

About 11,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is I-77 S Exit Ramp over Nesselroad Run?

The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m).

Who owns I-77 S Exit Ramp over Nesselroad Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.