Us321 Sbl over S.fork Catawba River

Fair Condition39 years old20,250 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyGaston
Location6.0mi.n.jct.nc275 & Nc279
CarriesUs321 Sbl
CrossesS.fork Catawba River
Coordinates35.40006, -81.20983

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length451.8 ft (137.7 m)
Max Span73.8 ft (22.5 m)
Deck Width38.7 ft (11.8 m)
Deck Area1624.9 sq m
Main Spans6
Year Built1987

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic20,250 (2018)
Truck Traffic14%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000710349

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