I-79 over CO 21/1
FairLewis County, West Virginia · 2.03 MI S US 19 · Structure no. 00000000021A113
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 19,200
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-79 over CO 21/1 is a concrete culvert carrying I-79 over CO 21/1 in Lewis 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 19,200 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,456 by 2038. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-79 over CO 21/1 built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-79 over CO 21/1 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 2023.
How much traffic does I-79 over CO 21/1 carry?
About 19,200 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is I-79 over CO 21/1?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.9 m).
Who owns I-79 over CO 21/1?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.