Nc194 over Big Horse Creek

Poor Condition43 years old3,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyAshe
Location25 Ft.s.jct.sr1514
CarriesNc194
CrossesBig Horse Creek
Coordinates36.48546, -81.49872

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length161.7 ft (49.3 m)
Max Span51.8 ft (15.8 m)
Deck Width32.8 ft (10 m)
Deck Area493 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1983

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,800 (2022)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000090019

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