Sr1609 over Tar River

Fair Condition72 years old3,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyFranklin
Location0.7 Mi.w. Of Sr1611
CarriesSr1609
CrossesTar River
Coordinates35.96636, -78.22070

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length271.0 ft (82.6 m)
Max Span48.9 ft (14.9 m)
Deck Width28.2 ft (8.6 m)
Deck Area710.4 sq m
Main Spans6
Year Built1954

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,800 (2021)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000690078

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