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 average US bridge is 48 years old. That's a lot of birthday candles.
over CSX RR OHIO RIVER
0.56 MI WEST JCT WV 2
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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 7,300 vehicles per day and is 67 years old (reconstructed in 1998).
Its sufficiency rating of 62.3 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 75 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 2100 feet long — a longer crossing, over 1 minute.
A truss bridge — the steel framework can provide a sense of enclosure.
About 75 feet above ground — an elevated crossing, similar to a 5-10 story building.
About 7,300 vehicles cross daily — light traffic, a smooth crossing.
The deck is 34 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
1959
67 years old (rebuilt 1998)
Structure Type
Steel Truss (Thru)
Total Length
2,100 ft
640.1 m
Deck Width
34 ft
10.5 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
715 ft
longest unsupported section (217.9 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
75 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
7,300vehicles/day
39.65923°N, 80.86388°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.