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WV US-19 Between Sutton and Beckley

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by STexan, Oct 2, 2017.

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  1. Oct 2, 2017 #1
    STexan

    STexan Road Train Member

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    Is it faster than via Charleston if heavy? (with 53' reefer) Any current construction issues that might make it not worthwhile? (worse then the little bit of construction on I-64/I-79?)

    I don't recall ever running through there but need to run near Pittsburgh, PA to Columbus, GA tomorrow. Google and Garmin say it's preferred but wanted a 3rd opinion
     
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  3. Oct 2, 2017 #2
    Diantane

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    Passing through Summervile (strictly enforced 50 mph) is a drag, but going across the highest bridge in the US and admiring the view makes up for it.
     
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  4. Oct 2, 2017 #3
    MACK E-6

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    Doesn't look like too bad of a road according to my map.
     
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  5. Oct 2, 2017 #4
    bigkev1115

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    US 19 isn t a bad road. Its all 4 lane. You will have a good 4 or 5 mile hill to pull not long after you leave I 79. Also you will have a few more good hills to pull right before Beckley.Just watch your speed on US 19. WV DOT loves that road.
     
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  7. Oct 2, 2017 #5
    tucker

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    Yep, Hwy 19 is the way I’d go too
     
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  8. Oct 2, 2017 #6
    Coover

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    Its a good road. Nice view over the gorge.
     
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  9. Oct 3, 2017 #7
    DougA

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    Make sure it's not a jump day (or whatever it's called) at the New River Bridge.Traffic gets stopped for that.Otherwise,good running.
     
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  10. Oct 3, 2017 #8
    WildTiger1990

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    I just passed through there, nothing special, few lights here and there, but 65mph otherwise.
    On October 21st bridge will be closed for traffic
     
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  11. Oct 3, 2017 #9
    gokiddogo

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    Good road for trucks have done it many times. Not much of anything if you need to stop for fuel or rest so keep that in mind.
     
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  12. Oct 3, 2017 #10
    nikmirbre

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    There are 2-3 truck stops between Sutton and Beckley on US19 all on the Northbound side and all with plenty of parking....19 is a good road All divided 4 lane, Ill be running it tomorrow. 2 pulls/hills coming southbound.
     
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