Nc16 over Bear Creek

Good Condition15 years old2,600 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyAshe
Location.3 Mi.s.jct.nc88
CarriesNc16
CrossesBear Creek
Coordinates36.39075, -81.40449

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length85.0 ft (25.9 m)
Max Span80.7 ft (24.6 m)
Deck Width44.9 ft (13.7 m)
Deck Area354.8 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built2011

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,600 (2022)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000090009

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