Nc194 over Helton Creek

Poor Condition45 years old500 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyAshe
Location75 Ft.n.jct.sr1669
CarriesNc194
CrossesHelton Creek
Coordinates36.55558, -81.49665

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length244.8 ft (74.6 m)
Max Span59.7 ft (18.2 m)
Deck Width36.7 ft (11.2 m)
Deck Area835.5 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1981

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic500 (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 Number000000000090032

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