US Bridges

I77 NB over N. Sand Branch

Good

Raleigh County, West Virginia · 2.58 MI N of Corr L I/C · Structure no. 00000000041A236

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
22,196
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

I77 NB over N. Sand Branch is a concrete culvert carrying I77 NB over N. Sand Branch in Raleigh County, West Virginia. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 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 22,196 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,282 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI77 NB
CrossesN. Sand Branch
Location2.58 MI N of Corr L I/C
RouteInterstate 7700
CountyRaleigh County
StateWest Virginia
Coordinates37.85675, -81.25363
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length38 ft (11.5 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,196 (2023)
Projected traffic28,282 by 2043
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn an Interstate toll segment under Secretarial agreement
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I77 NB over N. Sand Branch built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is I77 NB over N. 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 NB over N. Sand Branch carry?

About 22,196 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is I77 NB over N. Sand Branch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.5 m).

Who owns I77 NB over N. Sand Branch?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.