Picnic Grounds RD over Cullowhee Creek

Poor Condition72 years old1,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyJackson
Location0.06 Mi.w.jct.univer.dr.
CarriesPicnic Grounds RD
CrossesCullowhee Creek
Coordinates35.31025, -83.18748

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour CriticalUnknown

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length60.7 ft (18.5 m)
Max Span19.7 ft (6 m)
Deck Width20.0 ft (6.1 m)
Deck Area112.8 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1954 (reconstructed 1973)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,000 (1994)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection324
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerOther State Agencies
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000990054

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