I-26 over Powell Creek

Good Condition61 years old72,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyBuncombe
Location.6 Mi.w.jct.nc146
CarriesI-26
CrossesPowell Creek
Coordinates35.47424, -82.55358

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Culvert7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DesignCulvert
Total Length24.0 ft (7.3 m)
Max Span9.8 ft (3 m)
Deck Area151.1 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1965

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic72,500 (2020)
Truck Traffic16%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000210101

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