US Bridges

I 79 & Ramps over Jesse Run

Fair

Lewis County, West Virginia · 0.36 MI S of CO 7 · Structure no. 00000000021A130

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
27,800
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 79 & Ramps over Jesse Run is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I 79 & Ramps over Jesse Run in Lewis County, West Virginia. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 27,800 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,754 by 2038. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long.

Location

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CarriesI 79 & Ramps
CrossesJesse Run
Location0.36 MI S of CO 7
RouteInterstate 7900
CountyLewis County
StateWest Virginia
Coordinates39.10122, -80.39207
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,800 (2018)
Projected traffic39,754 by 2038
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$350,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 79 & Ramps over Jesse Run built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 79 & Ramps over Jesse 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does I 79 & Ramps over Jesse Run carry?

About 27,800 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is I 79 & Ramps over Jesse Run?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns I 79 & Ramps over Jesse Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.