The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
The average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
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over Kanawha River US60 WV61
0.12 Miles S. of WV 61
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This bridge has a Fair overall condition rating of 5 out of 9. While it is not classified as structurally deficient, it shows some deterioration that is being monitored.
The bridge carries 17,736 vehicles per day and is 70 years old (reconstructed in 2023).
Its sufficiency rating of 58.4 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 59 feet — the minimum vertical space below the bridge deck. The total height of the bridge structure (including towers, railings, and superstructure) may be higher.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge has some features that may be challenging for travelers with bridge anxiety. See the tips below for a more comfortable crossing.
This bridge is 1665 feet long — a longer crossing, over 1 minute.
A truss bridge — the steel framework can provide a sense of enclosure.
About 59 feet above ground — an elevated crossing, similar to a 5-10 story building.
About 17,736 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 47 feet wide with 2-3 lanes — moderate width.
This bridge crosses over water. Focus on the road ahead — the water is far below.
This comfort score is designed to help individuals with bridge anxiety plan their travel. All bridges in the National Bridge Inventory are regularly inspected and deemed safe for travel. This is not medical advice — if you experience severe anxiety, please consult a healthcare professional.
Year Built
1956
70 years old (rebuilt 2023)
Structure Type
Steel Truss (Thru)
Total Length
1,665 ft
507.5 m
Deck Width
47 ft
14.4 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
486 ft
longest unsupported section (148.2 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
59 ft
navigation clearance under deck
Clearance height compared to familiar objects
Height shown is the navigation clearance below the bridge deck. The total height of the bridge structure (including towers and superstructure) may be higher.
Daily Traffic
17,736vehicles/day
38.18251°N, 81.31688°W
Steel Truss (Thru)
A steel truss bridge uses a framework of interconnected triangular elements. The geometric rigidity of triangles makes this design extremely efficient at distributing loads.
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Data from the National Bridge Inventory (NBI), maintained by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
Data year: 2025. Conditions may have changed since the last inspection.
This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be used as the sole basis for any decisions related to bridge safety or transportation planning. Always consult official sources and local authorities for the most current data.