Sr1527 over Helton Creek

Fair Condition60 years old100 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyAshe
Location.9 Mi.w.jct.sr1528
CarriesSr1527
CrossesHelton Creek
Coordinates36.54796, -81.44831

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck9 (Excellent)
Superstructure9 (Excellent)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour CriticalUnknown

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length81.7 ft (24.9 m)
Max Span44.0 ft (13.4 m)
Deck Width20.3 ft (6.2 m)
Deck Area154.4 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1966 (reconstructed 2023)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic100 (2018)
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000090271

Nearby Bridges

Sr1527 over Helton Creek 0.1 mi Fair Sr1527 over Helton Creek 0.2 mi Fair Sr1527 over Helton Creek 0.4 mi Fair Sr1529 over Long Branch 0.5 mi Fair Sr1536 over Helton Creek 0.6 mi Fair Nc194 over Little Helton Creek 1.1 mi Poor Sr1525 over Helton Creek 1.2 mi Fair Sr1528 over Long Branch 1.3 mi Good Sr1379 over Little Helton Creek 1.3 mi Poor Nc194 over Little Helton Creek 1.4 mi Good