Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
The Golden Gate Bridge uses 80,000 miles of wire in its cables.
over Tug Fork & Tug Street
0.01 MI WEST OF WV 16
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This bridge has a Poor overall condition rating of 4 out of 9. This bridge is classified as being in poor condition, meaning one or more structural components have significant deterioration. Poor condition does not mean the bridge is unsafe to drive on, but it does mean repairs or replacement may be needed.
The bridge carries 40 vehicles per day and is 80 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 40.5 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 10 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 may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 211 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 10 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
Only about 40 vehicles cross daily — very light traffic with low congestion risk.
The deck is 21 feet wide with 1-2 lanes — a narrower crossing.
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
1946
80 years old
Structure Type
Steel Girder & Floorbeam
Total Length
211 ft
64.2 m
Deck Width
21 ft
6.4 m
Spans
2
sections between supports
Max Span
102 ft
longest unsupported section (31.1 m)
Traffic Lanes
1 lane
One-way traffic
Clearance Below
10 ft
navigation clearance under deck
Daily Traffic
40vehicles/day
37.43229°N, 81.58617°W
Steel Girder & Floorbeam
A steel girder bridge relies on large steel I-beams or plate girders as the primary load-bearing members. These bridges can span significant distances and carry heavy 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.