I40 Wbl over Third Creek

Fair Condition71 years old19,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyIredell
Location1.0 Mi. E. Jct. Sr1512
CarriesI40 Wbl
CrossesThird Creek
Coordinates35.78663, -80.95834

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length179.8 ft (54.8 m)
Max Span58.7 ft (17.9 m)
Deck Width33.1 ft (10.1 m)
Deck Area553.5 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1955

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic19,500 (2020)
Truck Traffic16%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection923
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000970102

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