Blennerhassett Island Bridge

The Blennerhassett Island Bridge extends 4,009 feet across the Ohio River, featuring four lanes and a structural design that includes an 878-foot main span.

The bridge represents the completion of Corridor D, a transportation project initiated in 1965 to connect Cincinnati, Ohio to Clarksburg, West Virginia through the Appalachian region.

The bridge design incorporates environmental considerations to protect Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park, including specific requirements to minimize impact on wetlands and wildlife.

The structure connects Belpre Township in Ohio to Parkersburg in West Virginia, providing essential transportation links for residents and commercial traffic along US Route 50.

With a clearance of 76 feet and specialized engineering requirements, the bridge accommodates river navigation while maintaining minimal visibility from the historical Blennerhassett mansion upstream.

Location: Ohio

Location: West Virginia

Official opening: June 13, 2008

GPS coordinates: 39.27670,-81.64690

Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45