Us70 over Buffalo Shoals Creek

Fair Condition38 years old1,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyIredell
Location0.6 Mi. E. Jct. Sr1333
CarriesUs70
CrossesBuffalo Shoals Creek
Coordinates35.73532, -81.02906

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignSlab
Total Length128.0 ft (39 m)
Max Span40.7 ft (12.4 m)
Deck Width32.8 ft (10 m)
Deck Area390 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1988

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,800 (2021)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection424
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000970013

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