Sr1620 over French Broad Rvr.so.rr

Poor Condition58 years old4,400 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyBuncombe
Location.01 Mi.w.jct.nc.251
CarriesSr1620
CrossesFrench Broad Rvr.so.rr
Coordinates35.70875, -82.62214

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length485.9 ft (148.1 m)
Max Span78.7 ft (24 m)
Deck Width36.4 ft (11.1 m)
Deck Area1643.9 sq m
Main Spans7
Year Built1968

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,400 (2022)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000210007

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