Tunney Hunsaker Bridge, Truss bridge in Fayette County, West Virginia, US
The Tunney Hunsaker Bridge spans 421 feet across the New River Gorge with a metal Pennsylvania Through Truss design and a single traffic lane.
Built in 1889 by the Virginia Bridge and Iron Company, the structure closed in 1977 when the New River Gorge Bridge opened and reopened after rehabilitation in 1997.
The bridge bears the name of Tunney Hunsaker, a former Fayetteville chief of police who pursued a career as a professional boxer.
Located at coordinates 38°03′53″N 81°04′37″W, visitors can access the bridge through County Road 82, which connects to Fayette Station Road.
The structure features one main span of 279 feet with two approach spans, incorporating v-lacing, lattice elements, and a combination of historical and modern materials.
Location: Fayette County
GPS coordinates: 38.06483,-81.07707
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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