Robert C. Byrd Bridge, Steel truss bridge across Ohio River between Huntington, West Virginia and Chesapeake, Ohio, United States.
The Robert C. Byrd Bridge extends 720 feet across the Ohio River with four traffic lanes connecting two states through a continuous truss design.
The bridge opened in 1994 to replace the original 1926 structure, which served the region for 69 years before its demolition in 1995.
Named after Senator Robert C. Byrd, the bridge represents the development of transportation infrastructure between West Virginia and Ohio communities.
Federal funds covered 25.3 million dollars of the total 32.6 million dollar construction cost, with remaining expenses split between Ohio and West Virginia.
The bridge construction preserved four decorative two-ton spires from the previous structure, now displayed at Chesapeake city hall and along 9th Street.
Location: West Virginia
Location: Ohio
Inception: November 6, 1994
Official opening: November 6, 1994
GPS coordinates: 38.42440,-82.45140
Latest update: March 3, 2025 12:21
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