I77 SB over South Sand Branch
GoodRaleigh County, West Virginia · 1.20 MI N of N Beckley Ic · Structure no. 00000000041A235
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 20,605
- 2020 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- State Toll Authority
About this bridge
I77 SB over South Sand Branch is a steel culvert carrying I77 SB over South Sand Branch in Raleigh County, West Virginia. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 20,605 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,270 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I77 SB over South Sand Branch built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is I77 SB over South Sand Branch 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does I77 SB over South Sand Branch carry?
About 20,605 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is I77 SB over South Sand Branch?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).
Who owns I77 SB over South Sand Branch?
It is owned by the State Toll Authority.