US Bridges

Interstate 79 over Monongalia CO 45/9

Good

Monongalia County, West Virginia · 2.12 MI South US Rt 19 · Structure no. 00000000031A171

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
47,600
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 79 over Monongalia CO 45/9 is a concrete culvert carrying Interstate 79 over Monongalia CO 45/9 in Monongalia County, West Virginia. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 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 47,600 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 68,000 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesInterstate 79
CrossesMonongalia CO 45/9
Location2.12 MI South US Rt 19
RouteInterstate 7900
Coordinates39.59781, -79.98761
Functional classRural 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
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic47,600 (2019)
Projected traffic68,000 by 2041
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$1.9 million (2023 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 79 over Monongalia CO 45/9 built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 79 over Monongalia CO 45/9 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Interstate 79 over Monongalia CO 45/9 carry?

About 47,600 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 79 over Monongalia CO 45/9?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns Interstate 79 over Monongalia CO 45/9?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.