Nc143 over West Buffalo Creek

Fair Condition55 years old300 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyGraham
Location.05 Mi.w.jct.sr1148
CarriesNc143
CrossesWest Buffalo Creek
Coordinates35.33162, -83.88046

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length319.9 ft (97.5 m)
Max Span78.7 ft (24 m)
Deck Width32.5 ft (9.9 m)
Deck Area965.2 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1971

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic300 (2021)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000750131

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