US Bridges

Interstate 77 Sout over Wv 34

Fair

Jackson County, West Virginia · 5.00 Mile North of CR 21 · Structure no. 00000000018A239

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
150 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,700
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 77 Sout over Wv 34 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Interstate 77 Sout over Wv 34 in Jackson County, West Virginia. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 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 2039. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 43 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesInterstate 77 Sout
CrossesWv 34
Location5.00 Mile North of CR 21
RouteInterstate 77
CountyJackson County
StateWest Virginia
Coordinates38.66757, -81.64962
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 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
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.2 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,700 (2019)
Projected traffic13,871 by 2039
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$350,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 77 Sout over Wv 34 built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 77 Sout over Wv 34 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Interstate 77 Sout over Wv 34 carry?

About 9,700 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 77 Sout over Wv 34?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 77 Sout over Wv 34?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.