Us64 over Hiwassee River
Fair Condition70 years old7,100 vehicles/day
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Cherokee |
| Location | 0.2 Mi.e.jct.sr1544 |
| Carries | Us64 |
| Crosses | Hiwassee River |
| Coordinates | 35.05812, -83.94127 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 5 (Fair) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 220.8 ft (67.3 m) |
| Max Span | 53.8 ft (16.4 m) |
| Deck Width | 33.5 ft (10.2 m) |
| Deck Area | 686.5 sq m |
| Main Spans | 4 |
| Year Built | 1956 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 7,100 (2022) |
| Truck Traffic | 8% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | October 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000000390038 |