Us64 Wbl Nc18 over Catawba River

Fair Condition60 years old6,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyBurke
Location0.1 Mi.w.jct.sr1593
CarriesUs64 Wbl Nc18
CrossesCatawba River
Coordinates35.77249, -81.69024

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length449.8 ft (137.1 m)
Max Span72.8 ft (22.2 m)
Deck Width33.8 ft (10.3 m)
Deck Area1412.1 sq m
Main Spans6
Year Built1966

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,500 (2022)
Truck Traffic12%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000230081

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