Sr1543 over Lyon Swamp Canal

Poor Condition72 years old120 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyBladen
Location0.3 Mi. N. Jct. Sr1540
CarriesSr1543
CrossesLyon Swamp Canal
Coordinates34.43691, -78.23586

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour CriticalUnknown

Physical Characteristics

MaterialWood or Timber
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length51.8 ft (15.8 m)
Max Span16.7 ft (5.1 m)
Deck Width19.7 ft (6 m)
Deck Area94.8 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1954 (reconstructed 1983)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic120 (2000)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000170065

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