Us70 over Catawba River

Fair Condition37 years old1,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyCatawba
Location0.7 Mi. E. Jct. Nc10
CarriesUs70
CrossesCatawba River
Coordinates35.71839, -81.06572

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length794.9 ft (242.3 m)
Max Span86.0 ft (26.2 m)
Deck Width33.1 ft (10.1 m)
Deck Area2447.2 sq m
Main Spans9
Year Built1989

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,500 (2021)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection323
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000350145

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