Sr1543 over Wards Creek
Fair Condition59 years old470 vehicles/day
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Cleveland |
| Location | 0.5 Mi. N. Jct. Sr1541 |
| Carries | Sr1543 |
| Crosses | Wards Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.51844, -81.62631 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 5 (Fair) |
| Scour Critical | Unknown |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 103.7 ft (31.6 m) |
| Max Span | 34.8 ft (10.6 m) |
| Deck Width | 24.0 ft (7.3 m) |
| Deck Area | 230.7 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1967 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 470 (2016) |
| Truck Traffic | 6% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | December 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000000450168 |