I-79 North over Cookman Fork of Sandy Ck
PoorRoane County, West Virginia · 0.08 Mile North of Wv 36 · Structure no. 00000000044A129
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-79 North over Cookman Fork of Sandy Ck is a steel culvert carrying I-79 North over Cookman Fork of Sandy Ck in Roane 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 7,000 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,010 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-79 North over Cookman Fork of Sandy Ck built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-79 North over Cookman Fork of Sandy Ck in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does I-79 North over Cookman Fork of Sandy Ck carry?
About 7,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is I-79 North over Cookman Fork of Sandy Ck?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns I-79 North over Cookman Fork of Sandy Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.