Fun fact: The average American crosses 4 bridges a day without even noticing.
Fun fact: The average American crosses 4 bridges a day without even noticing.
A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
over LITTLE KANAWHA RIVER
0.21 MILE WEST OF WV 95
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This bridge has a Good overall condition rating of 7 out of 9. It is in good structural condition and is not classified as structurally deficient.
The bridge carries 6,800 vehicles per day and is 30 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 76.7 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 44 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 788 feet long — a moderate crossing, about 30 seconds.
A truss bridge — the steel framework can provide a sense of enclosure.
About 44 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 6,800 vehicles cross daily — light traffic, a smooth crossing.
The deck is 56 feet wide with 3-4 lanes — standard 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
1996
30 years old
Structure Type
Steel Truss (Thru)
Total Length
788 ft
240.3 m
Deck Width
56 ft
17.0 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
400 ft
longest unsupported section (121.9 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
44 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
6,800vehicles/day
39.25894°N, 81.54619°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.