I-40 over Swannanoa River

Good Condition53 years old36,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyBuncombe
Location.3 Mi.w.jct.nc9
CarriesI-40
CrossesSwannanoa River
Coordinates35.60997, -82.32228

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DesignCulvert
Total Length64.0 ft (19.5 m)
Max Span12.8 ft (3.9 m)
Deck Area468 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1973

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic36,000 (2019)
Truck Traffic16%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2021
Inspection FrequencyEvery 48 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000210491

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