Nc27 over Catawba River

Good Condition24 years old21,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyGaston
Location0.5 Mi. E. Jct. Nc273
CarriesNc27
CrossesCatawba River
Coordinates35.29798, -81.00382

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length651.9 ft (198.7 m)
Max Span112.9 ft (34.4 m)
Deck Width62.7 ft (19.1 m)
Deck Area3795.2 sq m
Main Spans6
Year Built2002

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic21,000 (2022)
Truck Traffic12%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000710066

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