Us321 over Little Gunpowder Creek

Fair Condition72 years old33,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyCaldwell
Location.1 Mi.n.jct.sr1252
CarriesUs321
CrossesLittle Gunpowder Creek
Coordinates35.81852, -81.44053

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Culvert6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignCulvert
Total Length36.7 ft (11.2 m)
Max Span36.7 ft (11.2 m)
Deck Area221.8 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1954 (reconstructed 1969)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic33,000 (2022)
Truck Traffic12%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000270024

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