Nc7 over I-85

Fair Condition63 years old20,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyGaston
Location0.8 Mi. W. Jct. Nc279
CarriesNc7
CrossesI-85
Coordinates35.27259, -81.15998

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length273.0 ft (83.2 m)
Max Span86.0 ft (26.2 m)
Deck Width80.4 ft (24.5 m)
Deck Area2038.4 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1963

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic20,500 (2022)
Truck Traffic12%
Lanes On Bridge4
Lanes Under Bridge7

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000710059

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