Nc16 over Catawba River

Good Condition31 years old13,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyCatawba
Location0.7 Mi. N. Jct. Sr1453
CarriesNc16
CrossesCatawba River
Coordinates35.82256, -81.19041

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length809.7 ft (246.8 m)
Max Span87.9 ft (26.8 m)
Deck Width43.0 ft (13.1 m)
Deck Area3233.1 sq m
Main Spans9
Year Built1995

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic13,000 (2021)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection225
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000350139

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